Police Officer

Senoia Police Department; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary

Overtime Pay

Specialized training

Uniforms provided

Take home vehicle

Medical insurance

Pension

Job summary

The Senoia Police Department in Georgia is seeking a full-time Police Officer. Eligibility requires a GA P.O.S.T. Peace Officer Certification, a high school diploma, and compliance with POST standards including a clean background and successful pre-employment testing. A valid Georgia driver’s license and acceptable MVR are required.

Salary ranges start at $44,000–$48,000 based on experience with academy pathways detailed; additional pay for sworn status, overtime, and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; must be at least 18 years old; GA P.O.S.T. Peace Officer Certification.
• Must be in good standing with P.O.S.T. (No active investigations or Probation with P.O.S.T.).
• Pre-employment process includes Written Selection Test, Oral Interview Board, Background Investigation, Polygraph, File Review, Interview with Chief of Police, and Medical/Drug Screening.
• Must possess a valid Georgia driver’s license and have a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.

Responsibilities

• Patrol duties in a 12-hour shift (Patrol Division).
• Take Home Patrol Car if officer resides within 25 miles of the city limits.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Senoia Police Department has “ONE” open position at this time

GENERAL INFORMATION FOR POLICE OFFICER POSITION

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent; must be at least 18 years of age; Must have GA P.O.S.T. Peace Officer Certification. Must be in good standing with P.O.S.T. (No active investigations or Probation with P.O.S.T.). Successful completion of the pre-employment process, which includes, in the following order: a Written Selection Test, an Oral Interview Board, a Background Investigation, a Polygraph Examination, a File Review, an Interview with the Chief of Police and a Medical and Drug Screening. Must possess a valid State of Georgia driver’s license and have a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.

Full Time Officer Benefits:

• Starting salary: $55,000 SWORN; $45,000 NON-SWORN while in academy, with $2,500 Bonus upon graduation
• Overtime Pay
• Specialized Schools/Training
• All Uniforms and Equipment provided by Department
• 12-hour shifts (Patrol Division)
• Take Home Patrol Car (If the officer resides within 25 miles of the city limits)

Personal Leave

• Sick Leave
• Paid Holiday Leave
• GMA Retirement System with 2.5% multiplier (fully vested after 5 years of service with the city)
  New Rule of Retirement Eligibility – Rule of 80 – minimum age of 55 + years of service = 80 – can retire with full benefits (applies to certified public safety)
• Medical / Dental Insurance (Employee is covered by the City) – Family coverage available at cost to employee
• POAB (paid by the City)
• Prescription
• Life Insurance

• Georgia Peace Officer in good standing with POST
• SRO Experience Preferred, not required
• Considered a Part-Time Employee – No medical benefits or retirement accrued / Only Workman’s Comp
• On duty only when the Coweta Charter Academy is in session
• Off all associated Holidays; Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer Break
• Hours Monday – Friday 7:30 am to 3:30 pm
• Take Home Vehicle
• Uniforms
• Training
• Salary: $44,000 to $48,000 annually depending on experience