Gwinnett County Police Officer I

Assists with enforcing County and state laws when deemed necessary to provide a safe environment for the public. Assists with the preparation of reports on crimes, violations and accidents committed within the County. Assists in providing help to crime victims and the general public. Assists in performing security checks of closed businesses and residential areas. Assists in maintaining County car, uniforms, weapons and county property. Attends and testifies in court on behalf of the County. This position requires: 24 hours on call assignment, overtime, or working weekends, holidays, 10-hour, 12-hour, and rotating shifts. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. Salary & Incentives: $55,923 with possible incentives up to: $57,600 (3% educational incentive) for an associate degree $59,278 (6% educational incentive) for a bachelor's degree Hiring incentive up to 10% of the base salary for new hires 5% night shift differential The grade for this position is PL213. THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR COMPENSATION UNDER THE EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM. 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. Physical Requirements: Positions in this class require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to odors, dusts, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises and travel. This is the first level of the Police series. Incumbents are trained on the job to become Police Officers. Incumbents must pass a series of tests and interviews prior to selection as candidates. Once selected, these individuals must complete academy requirements, and if successful, continue to field training assisted by veteran officers (PO Sr., PO Master, or PO Corporals). This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Gwinnett County Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace. This position is a grade PL213.