What Fulton County Sheriff pays
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$60,000
Posting · verified Oct 1, 2026Lateral start
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Not publishedTracked since Oct 1, 2026. We keep every figure a posting has ever stated, so changes show here.
Rank 3 of 10 Metro Atlanta departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Open jobs at Fulton County Sheriff
DEPUTY SHERIFF
SHERIFF'S OFFICE/JAIL/COURTS, GAContinuous$60,000startingDETENTION OFFICER **$10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS**
SHERIFF'S OFFICE/JAIL, GAContinuous$10,000 bonus$54,000starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- Minimum age21
- EducationHigh school or GED
- Certification required to applyYes
How Fulton County Sheriff compares nearby
All 170 Metro Atlanta agencies1 nearby department starts higher than Fulton County Sheriff.
| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Fulton County | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton County Sheriff | Hiring | $60,000 | — | None | |
| Fulton County PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Atlanta PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Alpharetta PD | Hiring | $61,100 | +$1,100 | None | |
| Fairburn PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Johns Creek PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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