Police Officer Trainee

City of Newnan • Newnan, GA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

NPD is now accepting applications for Police Officer Trainee. This is your opportunity to begin a career in public safety. You will be working throughout the City of Newnan, each shift provides a unique experience and opportunity for growth. You will meet and assist citizens every day - Newnan Police Department is the place to make that happen! As a community-oriented Police Department, we offer opportunities to serve at a variety of levels, helping guide youth through outreach programs, and creating a safe environment for all citizens. Join us as we work together to keep the City of Newnan a desirable place to live, work and raise a family.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, minimum age 20.
• Valid US driver's license free of suspensions or revocations
• Written Examination
• Physical Readiness Test
• Background Investigation
• Psychological Screening
• Polygraph Examination
• Medical and Drug Screening

Responsibilities

• Attend formal classes in the basic law enforcement training course at a City designated police academy to attain certification as a certified Police Officer.
• Complete weekly program components as evidenced by academy requirements and pass all related physical and academic tests and/or examinations.
• Complete additional required training in emergency vehicle operations, fire arms, first aid, and any other courses required by departmental policies.
• Participate in mandatory physical fitness training.
• Continued participation in academy training is subject to adherence to all policies and procedures; any disciplinary action will result in immediate dismissal.

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 10% of salary into 401a and up to an additional 3% match into a 457b
• 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan options
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for continued education
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation – Holiday – Sick - Comp paid time accruals

What This Job Offers

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