Police Officer (Certified)

City of Newnan; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 59,666 - 92,448; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance for employee and family

Basic Life Insurance at no cost

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

EmergencyMD is seeking a full-time Police Officer for the Newnan Police Department. The role involves patrolling city areas, responding to emergencies, and conducting investigations. Qualified candidates must be POST Certified and pass various background checks. We offer a competitive pay range of $59,666.88 – $92,448.72, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement. Join us to serve and protect the citizens of Newnan, GA effectively.

Qualifications

• Must be a POST Certified Officer in good standing.
• Successfully complete mandatory pre-employment background checks.
• Pass written and physical aptitude tests.

Responsibilities

• Patrol areas to preserve peace and enforce law.
• Respond to emergencies and investigate incidents.
• Prepare cases and testify in court proceedings.

Skills

Georgia Basic Peace Officer Standard Training (POST)

Valid US driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of basic police officer training program

Job description

Police Officer Certified

Newnan Police Department

Patrol - Traffic - Bike - Motorcycle - K9 - Drug & Vice - SRO - SWAT

The Newnan Police Department is a State Certified agency and serves as a leader in the public safety community. We offer advanced training opportunities, rotating twelve-hour shifts, take home vehicles, modern equipment, specialized unit assignments, and a team-based work environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Patrol City of Newnan streets, parks, commercial and residential areas to preserve the peace and enforce the law.
• Prevent, detect and investigate misconduct involving misdemeanors, felonies and other law violations and to otherwise serve and protect.
• Respond to emergencies and investigate accidents, robberies, civil disturbances, domestic disputes, fights, drunkenness, missing children, prowlers, abuse of drugs and take appropriate law enforcement action.
• Conduct follow‑up investigations of crimes committed during assigned shift.
• Prepare cases for testimony and testifies in court proceedings.
• Accurately complete required reports and records.
• Carry out duties in conformance with Federal, State, County, and City laws and ordinances.
• Coordinate and cooperate with other City departments, law enforcement agencies and other legal entities as needed and assigned.

Qualifications

Georgia Basic Peace Officer Standard Training (POST) Certified Officer in good standing.

Successfully complete pre‑employment background check to include:

• Valid US driver's license free of suspensions or revocations.
• Written Basic Aptitude Test.
• Physical Abilities Test.
• Background Investigation.
• Psychological Screening.
• Polygraph Examination.
• Medical Physical and Drug Screening.

High School Diploma or GED; supplemented by completion of basic police officer training program.

• Base Pay Range $59,666.88 – $92,448.72.
• Experience and Education Incentives.
• Overtime and Special Assignments Available.

Position and Pay

Full‑time, non‑exempt and eligible for our excellent benefit options. Starting hourly rate based on experience, education and higher‑level certifications.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision for employee and family at remarkably affordable pricing; plan available with no cost to employee.
• Basic Life Insurance for employee and family at no cost to employee, additional Voluntary Life options for employee and family.
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account linked to provider for ease of use.
• Short‑term and Long‑Term Disability, Accident Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance options available.
• Retirement benefits – 10% into 401a account.
• 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan options.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for continued education.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Vacation – Holiday – Sick – Comp paid time accruals.

The City of Newnan is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We value inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Newnan, GA. The City of Newnan does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender orientation, national origin, disability or any category protected by applicable federal or state law. All candidates are encouraged to apply.