Qualifications
- Twenty-one years old by completion of academy
- Education, you must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
- Pass the HPD written test
- Pass the HPD physical test
- Must have a valid Virginia Driver's License and a credible driving record.
- United States Citizen or have a pending application
- Live within 1 hour of Harrisonburg
- Must be of good moral character with no felony convictions or convictions of moral turpitude.
On page 9, 10 and 11 of the Harrisonburg Police Officer Candidate Information Packet 
[440KB] there is information on disqualifiers for the job.
Please review them carefully and contact us if you have any specific questions.
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