Police Officer Trainee

Newnan Police Department

NPD is now accepting applications for Police Officer Trainee. This is your opportunity to begin a career in public safety. You will be working throughout the City of Newnan, each shift provides a unique experience and opportunity for growth. You will meet and assist citizens every day - Newnan Police Department is the place to make that happen!

As a community-oriented Police Department, we offer opportunities to serve at a variety of levels, helping guide youth through outreach programs, and creating a safe environment for all citizens. Join us as we work together to keep the City of Newnan a desirable place to live, work and raise a family.

$37,294.40 - $60,153.60 while attending Basic Police Officer Training, promotion and pay increase upon graduation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Police Officer Trainee responsibilities include learning basic skills and procedures needed to be a police officer. Under direct guidance and close supervision, you will perform skilled trades while attending official law enforcement classes through a POST approved Police Academy, and related work as apparent or assigned.

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Attend formal classes in the basic law enforcement training course at a City designated police academy to attain certification as a certified Police Officer.
• Complete weekly program components as evidenced by academy requirements and pass all related physical and academic tests and/or examinations.
• Complete additional required training in emergency vehicle operations, fire arms, first aid, and any other courses required by departmental policies.
• Participate in mandatory physical fitness training.
• Continued participation in academy training is subject to adherence to all policies and procedures; any disciplinary action will result in immediate dismissal.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, minimum age 20.
• Valid US driver's license free of suspensions or revocations
• Written Examination
• Physical Readiness Test
• Background Investigation
• Psychological Screening
• Polygraph Examination
• Medical and Drug Screening
• GPSTC Academy tuition provided by The City of Newnan
• Uniforms and Equipment provided by the City of Newnan
• Transportation and Meals provided while attending GPSTC Academy, Columbus GA

Position is Full-time, non-exempt and eligible for our excellent benefit options:

• Health, Dental, Vision for employee and family at remarkably affordable pricing, plan available with no cost to employee
• Basic Life Insurance for employee and family at no cost to employee, additional Voluntary Life options for employee and family
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account linked to provider for ease of use
• Short-term and Long-Term Disability, Accident Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance options available
• Retirement 10% of salary into 401a and up to an additional 3% match into a 457b
• 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan options
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for continued education
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation – Holiday – Sick - Comp paid time accruals

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until the number of qualified applicants have been received or until the position is filled. This posting may close at any time without notice.

The City of Newnan's goal is to hire and provide a highly qualified workforce, to employ, train and maintain a quality workforce of highly effective and efficient individuals; to treat City staff with fairness, respect and dignity; to create and foster a healthy work environment promoting high morale, ethics and job satisfaction; to encourage employees to identify opportunities which will improve efficiency and effectiveness.

The City of Newnan is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We value inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Newnan GA. The City of Newnan does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender orientation, national origin, disability or any category protected by applicable federal or state law. All candidates are encouraged to apply.