Police Officer

$5000 Signing Bonus for Certified Police Officers Position Summary: This position is responsible for the protection of people and property, for responding to requests for service and information, for arbitrating disputes in order to maintain peace, for patrolling to observe and prevent criminal activity as well as traffic violations, and for enforcing state and local criminal and traffic laws. Education, Experience, Training, Special Licenses, and Other Requirements: Must be age 18 or older; High School Diploma or equivalent, college preferred but not required; Meet the qualifications outlined under the Georgia Code, Georgia Peace Officers Training, Sections 35-8-8 and 35-8-9. Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR); Acceptable Criminal Background/Fingerprint Report; Acceptable Drug Screen; Skills: Knowledge of City geography and road system Skill in safe operation of motor vehicle Skill in making rapid assessment of varying situations and ability to make accurate decisions accordingly Skill in first aid applications Skill in verbal and written communication Skill in the safe and appropriate use of firearms and other weapons of force Skill in observing and recalling details accurately Schedule and Benefits: Position Schedule: Full time; Varying hours/days/shifts; Will work 86 hours bi-weekly and overtime when required. Employee Benefits: Group Health Plan for employees and dependents, Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, Dental Plan, Georgia Municipal Retirement Plan and 457/401 Plan with matching contribution. Paid Holidays, and Paid Time Off. The City also offers a military and education incentive for POST certified positions within the Police Department. To Apply: Please go to the Police Recruitment pagehere and fill out the applications and email it View email address on click.appcast.io OR Fax to View phone number on click.appcast.io OR Mail: Garden City Police Department, 100 Central Ave., Garden City GA 31405. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gardencity Ga