MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND QUALIFICATIONS: Possess a high school diploma or GED. ACT, SAT, or Accuplacer Scores are required if no college degree has been obtained. Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Must be a United States Citizen or have a Naturalization Certification. Must have an honorable or uncharacterized discharge from the military (if applicable). Must obtain a GA POST Certification within 12 months of employment (if not already certified). Pass the Physical Ability Test (PAT) before employment. Non-certified applicants must pass the GA POST PAT within 30 days of starting the academy. Pass a psychological evaluation, physical exam, and drug screening before employment. No felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude, domestic violence, or related offenses. Must be at least 21 years old (upon completion of the academy).
The starting salary for a non-certified officer is $52,000.
 BENEFITS:
- Bi-weekly payroll
- 12 hours of PTO per month
- 12 paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- No-Cost Employee Health Clinic
- Health Care Plan, Life Insurance, and Long-term Disability
- Deferred Compensation, Voluntary Benefits
- Retirement - Defined Contribution Plan
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