Police Officer

Valdosta Police Department; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 51,244 - 55,244; Full time

Job summary

The Valdosta Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for the Police Officer position. This role entails various law enforcement duties, ensuring the safety of residents through patrols and responding to incidents. Candidates must be at least 20 years old and possess a High School Diploma or GED.

The base salary starts at $51,244.37, with opportunities to earn additional incentives based on education and military experience. Join the Valdosta Police Department to make a significant impact on your community.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years of age.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Georgia POST Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assure protection of people and property.
• Respond to calls relayed by dispatcher.
• Conduct preliminary inquiries and follow-up investigations.

Skills

Law enforcement tasks

Patrol assigned areas

Investigation skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

City of Valdosta Police Department seeks qualified applicants for the position of Police Officer. The role involves a variety of law enforcement tasks, including but not limited to: assure protection of people and property; patrol assigned geographic areas of the city; respond to calls relayed by the dispatcher such as domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, traffic accidents, and others; conduct preliminary inquiries, field interviews, and follow-up investigations.

• Base Police Officer Salary (with incentives) - $51,244.37
• Earn up to $55,244.37 annually based on additional incentives
• Additional Incentives:
  • $1,000 annually for partial college or partial military
  • $2,000 annually for both partial college and partial military
  • $2,000 annually for full college or full military
  • $3,000 annually for a combination of partial military/college and full military/college
  • $4,000 annually for both full military and full college

Requirements

• At least 20 years of age
• United States Citizen
• No felony convictions according to O.C.G.A. 35-8-8
• No family violence related convictions according to O.C.G.A. 19-13-1
• At least a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver's License
• Must satisfactorily complete a background investigation, oral interview, polygraph test, physical agility test, psychological and emotional stability test, pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Georgia POST Certified Law Enforcement Officers are encouraged to apply

Salary: $51,244.37 per year.