Community Safety Patrol Officer

Dougherty County Police Department; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dougherty County Police Department in Albany, GA is hiring Patrol Officers to help ensure public safety and enforce local, state, and federal laws. The role includes patrol duties, traffic enforcement, responding to alarms, and investigating incidents under close supervision.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain Georgia POST certification within six months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• At least 21 years of age or older.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Georgia P.O.S.T. Certification or eligibility within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Patrols designated area; enforces traffic laws; issues traffic citations; investigates traffic accidents; conducts motor vehicle stops; directs traffic.
• Investigates criminal/civil complaints; makes arrests as needed; completes incident/accident reports; completes daily activity sheet.
• Operates emergency vehicles; uses radio and communication equipment; uses radar.
• May escort funeral processions.
• May assist citizens with animal control complaints.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

At least 21 years of age

United States citizen

Georgia P.O.S.T. Certification

Job description

Dougherty County Police Department in Albany, GA is hiring Patrol Officers to help ensure public safety and enforce local, state, and federal laws. The role includes patrol duties, traffic enforcement, responding to alarms, and investigating incidents under close supervision.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain Georgia POST certification within six months.