Police Officer Recruit

Fayette County GA Government
Any Location, GA
Job Description
Role Overview

Join our team as a Police Officer Recruit in Fayetteville, Georgia. The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, and the ability to perform essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions.

What You Will Do

Patrol the City, enforce laws and ordinances, protect life and property, and respond to emergency and non-emergency calls. Investigate traffic accidents, secure and protect crime scenes, and serve as a first-responder to provide aid and assistance to victims.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, participate in department training programs, and engage in community relations projects. You will be expected to possess good moral character, qualify annually with firearms, and maintain a valid Georgia state driver's license.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 21 years of age or older
  • Citizen of the United States
  • Valid Georgia state driver's license – Class C
  • Pass employment physical examination including drug test and polygraph
  • No conviction of a felony or misdemeanor (other than traffic violations) within the past five (5) years
  • No conviction of more than three (3) moving violations in the past three (3) years
  • Qualify annually with firearms
  • Possess good moral character
  • Possess Basic Peace Officer Certification through the State of Georgia within one (1) year of hire

Benefits

  • Starting salary: $60,701.68
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