Police Officer (Certified)

City of Newnan•Newnan, GA

1d•$57,330 - $73,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Newnan Police Department is hiring experienced and dedicated Police Officers to provide professional law enforcement services in the City of Newnan, preserving the peace and enhancing the quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors. The department is a state-certified agency and offers advanced training opportunities, rotating twelve-hour shifts, take-home vehicles, modern equipment, specialized unit assignments, and a team-based work environment. Potential assignments include Patrol, Traffic, Bike, Motorcycle, K9, Drug & Vice, SRO, and SWAT. This is a full-time, non-exempt position. The base pay range is $57,330–$73,000, with experience and education incentives. Starting hourly rate is based on experience, education, and higher-level certifications. Overtime and special assignments are available. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis until enough qualified applicants are received or the position is filled; the posting may close at any time without notice.

Requirements

Georgia Basic Peace Officer Standard Training (P.O.S.T.) Certified Officer in good standing.
Valid U.S. driver's license free of suspensions or revocations.
High school diploma or GED, supplemented by completion of a basic police officer training program.
Successfully complete a pre-employment background check, including a written Basic Aptitude Test, Physical Abilities Test, background investigation, psychological screening, polygraph examination, medical physical, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

Patrol City of Newnan streets, parks, and 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 otherwise serve and protect.
Respond to emergencies and investigate accidents, robberies, civil disturbances, domestic disputes, fights, drunkenness, missing children, prowlers, and drug abuse; take appropriate law enforcement action.
Conduct follow-up investigations of crimes committed during the assigned shift.
Prepare cases for testimony and testify in court proceedings.
Accurately complete required reports and records.
Perform duties in compliance with Federal, State, County, and City laws and ordinances.
Coordinate and cooperate with other City departments, law enforcement agencies, and legal entities as needed and assigned.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage for employee and family, including a plan available at no cost to the employee.
Basic life insurance for employee and family at no cost, with additional voluntary life options.
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance options.
Accident insurance and critical illness insurance options.
Retirement benefits with 10% contributed to a 401a account.
457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan options.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Employee Assistance Program.
Vacation, holiday, sick, and comp time accruals.
Overtime and special assignments available.