What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gwinnett County Police Officer Local March Hiring Event (53,772 - $82,779) position at Gwinnett County?
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Prior to attending the event, please submit an application. Once an application has been received, an investigator will call to set up an appointment time for the event. Those that have submitted applications but do not have an appointment are still welcome although wait times will be longer.
*Please note, you are not required to attend both days of the hiring event*
Applicants must pass a series of tests and interviews prior to selection as employees. Once selected, individuals must complete academy requirements, and if successful, continue to field training assisted by veteran officers (PO Master or Corporals). This job requires a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Gwinnett County Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace.
Salary & Incentives:
$53,772 with possible incentives up to:
$55,385 (3% educational incentive) for an associate degree
$56,998 (6% educational incentive) for a bachelor's degree
$5,300 hiring incentive for new hires
5% night shift differential
The grade for this position is PL213.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma, or G.E.D.;
- Must be a U.S. Citizen to be eligible for Georgia P.O.S.T. certification;
- Valid Driver's License from state of residency;
- Must be 21 years of age, 20 years old at time of application;
- Must successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation including criminal, controlled substance, driving, work history, and physical agility testing.
THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR COMPENSATION UNDER THE EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM.
For more information about the Police hiring process and standards, click here.
For information related to the position specific Essential Duties, Knowledge and Skills, and Physical requirements, click here.NOTE: The class specifications listed on this site are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.
Build your Career with Gwinnett County Police
The Gwinnett County Police Department believes in fostering a culture of excellence and continuous progress. Our officers receive comprehensive training and have access to state-of-the-art technology and equipment. We also offer a variety of career development opportunities, allowing you to build your skills throughout your career.
We want you to have a life-long career with Gwinnett Police. Our police department offers the full police experience with opportunities to build your path by exploring different precincts and areas of the community. Our large department creates a greater opportunity to join a specialty team like K9, Aviation, Motors, or SWAT.
Gwinnett’s comprehensive benefits package allows you to build your life. Our benefits include health care and tuition reimbursement, plus benefits like a take-home car for police officers.
We're dedicated to protecting and serving our community. With a strong commitment to public safety, we strive to provide exceptional law enforcement services, build lasting relationships with the people we serve, and educate our community about ways to stay safe.
About the Police Department
The Gwinnett County Police Department is a nationally accredited and rapidly growing police agency located in the northeastern quadrant of the Atlanta metropolitan area. The Department has an authorized strength of 931 sworn officers and 145 communications officers supported by 201 civilian employees with the responsibility of providing law enforcement services to approximately 1,000,000 residents within an area of 437 square miles.
Welcome to Gwinnett County — one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs.
The county's population in 2022 was about 983,656 and we’ve only continued to grow.
Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents.
The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners. To implement the Board’s policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of his immediate staff and 13 department directors. The 13 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County’s values.
In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate.
Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring ProcessGwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:
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Salary : $51,704 - $82,779
