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Gwinnett County Police Officer

Please join us at our upcoming Gwinnett County Police Officer hiring event! Friday, July 31, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Gwinnett County Police Training Center - 854 Winder Highway, Lawrenceville, GA 30045 Appointment Highly Recommended This is a special opportunity to complete the entire first phase of the two-phase hiring process. Conditional job offers may be given during this event. Those attending will complete an obstacle course, an orientation, more detailed application, and an oral interview. The entire process typically takes two to three hours, although it may take longer. It is suggested you bring water and a snack. Part of this event will occur outside. Prior to attending the event, please submit an application. Once an application has been received, an investigator will call to set up an appointment time for the event. Those that have submitted applications but do not have an appointment are still welcome although wait times will be longer.

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 436 square miles. The department is a full-service agency with numerous specialized units, to include Computer Forensics, K-9, Aviation, Technology Research, Accident Investigations, Training, S.W.A.T., Crime Prevention, Hazardous Devices, and many more. Employees are trained to become Police Officers. Applicants must pass a series of tests and interviews prior to selection as employees. Once selected, individuals must complete academy requirements, and if successful, continue to field training assisted by veteran officers (PO Master or Corporals). This job requires a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Gwinnett County Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace.

Salary: $55,923 with possible incentives up to: $57,600 (includes 3% pay incentive for an Associate's degree) $59,278 (includes 6% pay incentive for a Bachelor's degree) Plus, an additional hiring incentive for new hires up to 10% of the base salary 5% night shift differential The grade for this position is PL213.

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