Patrol Officer: Launch Your Law Enforcement Career

Fulton County; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County in Atlanta is hiring for a Police Officer in the Police Department. This classified position starts at $60,000 annually and is a Work Test position requiring 90 days of on-the-job training before potential appointment to probationary status.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a Georgia driver’s license, and Basic Law Enforcement certification within one year. The selection process includes multiple pre-employment checks and an academy entrance examination.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; supplemented by one year of work experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
• Must obtain and maintain Basic Law Enforcement certification within one (1) year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Enforces all applicable codes, ordinances, laws and regulations to protect life and property.
• Patrols designated areas via motor vehicle or on foot to detect and deter criminal activity and traffic violations.
• Responds to calls relayed by dispatchers and conducts investigations; testifies in judicial proceedings as needed.

Skills

High School diploma or GED

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Fulton County in Atlanta is hiring for a Police Officer in the Police Department. This classified position starts at $60,000 annually and is a Work Test position requiring 90 days of on-the-job training before potential appointment to probationary status.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a Georgia driver’s license, and Basic Law Enforcement certification within one year. The selection process includes multiple pre-employment checks and an academy entrance examination.