Patrol Officer

Albany, GA
Dougherty County Sheriff

Salary: $18.84 Hourly

Position Summary:

The Dougherty County Police Department is hiring on a continuous basis for a Patrol Officer. The purpose of this position is to ensure public safety and to enforce local, state, and federal laws. Responsible for patrol, crime prevention, traffic enforcement, investigating criminal/civil complaints, responding to residential and business alarms and other areas of assignment.

This class works under close supervision according to set procedures.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrols designated area; enforces traffic laws; issues traffic citations; investigates traffic accidents; conducts motor vehicle traffic stops; redirects and controls traffic flow when necessary.
  • Investigates criminal/civil complaints; makes arrests when necessary; completes incident/accident reports; completes daily activity sheet.
  • Operates emergency vehicles; uses hand-held and vehicle radio and communication equipment; uses radar equipment.
  • May escort funeral processions.
  • May assist citizens with animal control complaints.
  • Must be able to work rotating shifts.
  • Performs related work as assigned.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • At least 21 years of age.
  • United States citizen.
  • Certified or eligible to become certified under the Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Act within six months of employment.
  • Able to clear background investigation.
  • In proportion for height/weight standards.
  • Able to pass a job valid physical endurance test.