Police Officer Recruit

Winder, City of • Winder, GA

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About The Position

The Police Recruit is a trainee-class position intended to prepare an incumbent for a career with the Police Department and eventual appointment as a Police Officer. The recruit receives police academy instruction and field training in patrol methods, causes of criminality, courtroom procedures, fingerprinting, community relations, and other law enforcement topics. After successfully completing academy instruction, the recruit receives additional training through the Field Officer Training Program.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Never have been convicted of a felony.
• Be a citizen of the United States.
• Meet the department’s psychological and background requirements.
• Maintain the department’s firearms qualification standards.
• Pass an annual fit-for-duty physical and/or physical abilities test.
• Be able to work evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as required.
• Pass a credit check.

Responsibilities

• Follow and promote the City of Winder’s policies and procedures.
• Inform and advise the Corporal, Shift Sergeant, and/or Commanding Officer of important or unusual matters occurring during an assigned shift or while attending the academy.
• Attend a police academy and demonstrate understanding of classroom and field instruction in report writing, geographical comprehension, and police techniques.
• Maintain passing grades on all tests and examinations administered by the police academy.
• Assist the police department with general clerical and administrative functions.
• Assist the police department with field operations in a non-sworn capacity.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED