Police Officer

Summary

Police OfficerThe Villa Rica Police Department is a 24-hour, full-service law enforcement agency dedicated to protecting life and property, enforcing laws, and serving the community with professionalism and integrity. Police Officers perform patrol, enforcement, emergency response, and investigative duties in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.This position requires sound judgment, the ability to work independently in high-risk situations, and effective communication with the public.Salary:$47,470/year – Academy Training$49,840/year – Field Training$54,923/year – Post-Training CompletionCertified officer pay is determined by the Chief of Police based on experience and training.Shift Differential: Night shift officers receive an additional $1.50 per hour (approximately $3,300 annually).BenefitsHealth, dental, and vision insuranceGMA Retirement Plan (10-year vesting)Employer-paid Police Officers Annuity Benefit (POAB) – supplemental retirement plan457(b) deferred compensation plan with City match up to 3%Take-home vehicle12 Paid holidaysPaid vacation and sick leaveLife insurance, long-term disability, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Training, certification, and advancement opportunitiesMinimum QualificationsAt least 21 years of ageNo felony convictionsHigh school diploma or GEDValid Georgia driver's license with acceptable driving recordU.S. citizenAbility to pass background investigation, medical exam, drug screening, and psychological evaluationCity of Villa Rica does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).Due to a high volume of applications received, we are unable to contact each applicant individually.

Job Description

Police OfficerThe Villa Rica Police Department is a 24-hour, full-service law enforcement agency dedicated to protecting life and property, enforcing laws, and serving the community with professionalism and integrity. Police Officers perform patrol, enforcement, emergency response, and investigative duties in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.This position requires sound judgment, the ability to work independently in high-risk situations, and effective communication with the public.Salary:$47,470/year – Academy Training$49,840/year – Field Training$54,923/year – Post-Training CompletionCertified officer pay is determined by the Chief of Police based on experience and training.Shift Differential: Night shift officers receive an additional $1.50 per hour (approximately $3,300 annually).BenefitsHealth, dental, and vision insuranceGMA Retirement Plan (10-year vesting)Employer-paid Police Officers Annuity Benefit (POAB) – supplemental retirement plan457(b) deferred compensation plan with City match up to 3%Take-home vehicle12 Paid holidaysPaid vacation and sick leaveLife insurance, long-term disability, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Training, certification, and advancement opportunitiesMinimum QualificationsAt least 21 years of ageNo felony convictionsHigh school diploma or GEDValid Georgia driver's license with acceptable driving recordU.S. citizenAbility to pass background investigation, medical exam, drug screening, and psychological evaluationCity of Villa Rica does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).Due to a high volume of applications received, we are unable to contact each applicant individually.