Police Officer - Lateral Entry ($60,115 - $88,987)

Class Summary

THIS POSTING IS FOR APPLICANTS WITH PRIOR POLICE OFFICER EXPERIENC E.

GO TO JOB ID 24-02756 TO APPLY FOR THE STANDARD POLICE OFFICER POSITION.

Salary & Incentives

• $60,115 - $88,987 with possible incentives up to:
• $61,918 - $91,656 (3% educational incentive) for an associate degree
• $63,301 - $94,952 (6% educational incentive) for a bachelor's degree
  
  

$5,300 hiring incentive for new hires

5% night shift differential

Lateral, Certified Police Officer Applicants Only . 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. Qualified candidates will be scheduled for a Physical Fitness Assessment and Preliminary Orientation ; If qualified, candidates will receive a call or e-mail with the scheduled times and details outlining the event.

Essential Duties

• Enforces County and state laws when deemed necessary to provide a safe environment for the public.
• Responds to various dispatched calls for emergency and non-emergency and provides assistance to the general public.
• Prepares reports on crimes, violations and accidents committed within the County.
• Issues citations as well as makes arrests for violations of laws and ordinances.
• Directs traffic when traffic lights are down or during heavy congestion.
• Maintains daily activity log.
• Attends court and testifies on behalf of the County.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
  
  

Other Job Requirements/Information

• This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing.
• This job requires a public safety background check to include motor vehicle histories, criminal histories, and finger printing.
• This job may require on-call rotation and emergency after hours, weekends, and/or holidays.
  
  

Grade

The grade for this position is PL223.

Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.;
• Two consecutive years of certified law enforcement field experience handling 911 calls-for-service for an agency staffed with 20+ sworn employees at the time of employment with the agency; does not include training and field training nor military police experience;
• Must be currently certified Police Officer;
• No break in service longer than 2 years;
• Valid Georgia Driver's License;
• Must be at least 21 years of age and a United States citizen;
• Must successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation including criminal, driving, employment, controlled substance, and military history check, if applicable.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree in related field
• Bachelor's Degree in related field
  
  

For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements, please click here .

THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR COMPENSATION UNDER THE EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM.

Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.

Additional Information

Build Your Path with the Gwinnett County Police – Lateral opportunities

The Gwinnett County Police Department values experience and welcomes lateral officers to join our ranks. We believe in fostering a culture of excellence and continuous progress, and we recognize the valuable skills and knowledge lateral officers bring.

• We offer a streamlined onboarding process for experienced officers that allows you to integrate into our team and make a difference in the community faster.
• Your prior experience will be evaluated to determine appropriate rank and pay within our structure.
• Lateral officers are eligible for specialized units and career development opportunities.
  
  

All of our officers, including laterals, 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. If you're a seasoned officer looking for a new challenge, a supportive environment, and plentiful opportunity to advance your career in specialty roles, we encourage you to apply.

• 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.

For more information about this department, click here.

• About the Gwinnett County
  
  

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional Benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

• Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!
  
  

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 Process

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:

• Hiring Process
• FAQs
  
  

Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.