Police Officer Trainee or Police Officer Sworn

New Starting Annual Salary ! New Sign On Bonus ! $7,500 for Recruits / $10,000 for Laterals Police Officer Trainees will start at $48,484/year Police Officer at $61,989/year Lateral Officer $61,989 to $66,755 * Based on years of experience INCENTIVES FOR LATERAL ENTRY POLICE OFFICERS Lateral Entry Officers with at least 2 years of experience are eligible for advancement to Corporal rank 1 year after obtaining solo status. Lateral Entry Officers are eligible for a take home vehicle upon obtaining solo status. Lateral Entry Officers are granted immediate eligibility for Extra Duty work upon gaining solo status ($50.00 an hour at a 4-hour minimum). Lateral Entry Officers in good standing are eligible to transfer to Specialized Units one year after obtaining solo status. The purpose of this job is to obtain basic training and understanding in municipal law enforcement principles and procedures and its relationship with the judicial system and corrections. A Police officer trainee is a non-sworn employee of a police department. Your responsibilities revolve around learning basic skills and procedures needed to be a police officer. In addition to training, you may observe professional police officers as they perform their duties. Under direct guidance and supervision, receives field training and assists in the enforcement of local, state, and federal laws. Applicants hired as Police Officer Trainees will start at $48,484/year. Upon graduation of the Academy and being sworn in, applicants will move to the position of Police Officer at $61,989/year. For any questions, or more information about becoming a Police Officer Trainee or Sworn Police Officer with Savannah Police Department, please visit www.SavannahPD.org , or call 912-651-4226 . We offer an excellent benefits package to include: 12 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, wellness programs, education reimbursement, employee referral program, employer home purchase assistance, deferred benefit contribution plan, 457 B, Police Officer Annuity Benefit (POAB), may be eligible for Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits and U.S. Department of Veterans OJT Apprenticeship program Visit the VA OJT Apprenticeship Benefits website to see how it works Did you know that working for a government agency (state, local or Federal) may qualify you for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness? All applicants are required to complete the Personal Data Form and Background Information Questionnaire by clicking on the links below: Savannah Police Department Pre-Employment Personal Data Form Savannah Police Department Pre-Employment Background Information Questionnaire Women, Minorities & Veterans Encouraged to Apply! The City of Savannah is an Equal Opportunity Employer Learns major functions of inter-relationship and elements of law enforcement, judicial system, and correctional institution. Learns to recognize ethical and unethical police behavior and characteristics of the law enforcement profession. Enrolls in and completes courses in such areas as constitutional law, Georgia criminal law, criminal procedure, rules of evidence, juvenile law, liability, interpersonal communications, police stress management, patrol operations, criminal reporting, crisis intervention, criminal investigations, preliminary investigations, etc. Works toward completion of state certification by Police Academy. Trains and studies with police equipment and other training personnel to develop and maintain competency and proficiency. Assists in patrolling assigned areas of responsibility to prevent and reduce criminal activity. Assists in preparing reports on incidents and arrests. Assists in enforcing traffic laws; conducts vehicle stops; investigates traffic accidents; writes citations. Operates miscellaneous equipment including emergency vehicles, radar, and breath alcohol analyzers. Assists in the processing of evidence and the preparation of court cases; may provide legal testimony as required. Writes and files daily activity report with superior officer. Performs other related duties as assigned. Performs Shift Work. Minimum Qualifications Valid driver's license and high school diploma or GED is required. Applicant must be 21 years of age by the date of hire and must be a citizen of the United States or a repatriated or naturalized citizen of the United States. An extensive background investigation, and post-offer/pre-employment medical exam including supervised drug screen will be conducted. DRIVER'S LICENSE HISTORY MUST NOT CONTAIN: DUI/DWI charge with the disposition of Nolo Contendre, conviction, or plea within the past 5 years, and no two in the past 7 years Suspensions in the past 3 years (except for one Insurance Cancellation) and no two suspensions in the past 7 years. Three or more moving violations in the past 2 years and no more than 6 in the past 7 years Vehicular Homicide, Hit and Run, Fleeing or Attempting to Elude the Police charge/arrest CRIMINAL HISTORY MUST NOT CONTAIN : <ul style="margin: 10px 0 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: le