General
PDFs open in a new tab on the government website.
- Virginia State Jobs PortalVisit portal →
Official Virginia state government job board for current classified and non-classified position openings.
- Virginia Department of Human Resource ManagementVisit DHRM →
State HR policies, classification plans, and employment resources from Virginia DHRM.
State examination booklets
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- Virginia State Police — Trooper RecruitmentVisit VSP →
Virginia State Police trooper application and selection process including written exam, physical fitness, and background investigation.
Local government booklets
PDFs open in a new tab on the government website.
- Fairfax County — Department of Human ResourcesVisit FHR →
Fairfax County HR department managing competitive hiring for police, fire, and county government positions.
Good to know
- Virginia's state classified service uses a merit employment system. Most state employees serve at-will, but competitive selection principles apply at the hiring stage.
- Veterans preference applies in Virginia state hiring; eligible veterans receive additional consideration in the selection process.
Supplemental prep on this site
Our title-based guides explain merit-system hiring, what many exams emphasize, and study checklists. They do not replace your announcement or official state booklets.