Police Officer - Lateral Entry - Out of State ($60,486 - $86,090)
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Police Officer - Lateral Entry - Out of State ($60,486 - $86,090)
Salary
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Location
Gwinnett County, GA
Job Type
Full-Time Merit
Job Number
26-03712
Department
Police Department
Opening Date
03/25/2026
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
Benefits
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Class Summary
THIS POSTING IS FOR APPLICANTS WITH PRIOR POLICE OFFICER EXPERIENC E OUTSIDE THE STATE OF GEORGIA.
GO TO JOB ID 25-03362 TO APPLY FOR THE STANDARD POLICE OFFICER POSITION.
Salary & Incentives:
$60,486 - $86,090 with possible incentives up to:
$62,300 - $88,672 (3% educational incentive) for an associate degree
$64,115 - $91,255 (6% educational incentive) for a bachelor's degree
Hiring incentive up to 10% of the base salary 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 PL213.
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. (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/departments/police)
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 (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/employmentandtesting/hiringprocess)
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.
Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees' lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.
Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.
On average, our employees' benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary!
In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees' medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost!
Health
Medical plans for active and retired employees
Dental and vision plans
Prescription drug plan
Wellness
Onsite Employee Wellness Center
24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Immunizations
Wellness education and incentive programs
Annual wellness fair
Family and Career
Training and professional development opportunities
Family planning benefits
Four weeks of paid parental leave
Time
Annual/Sick Leave
12 paid holidays per calendar year
1 paid floating holiday per calendar year
Money
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available
Health Savings Account (HSA) available
Retirement and Savings Plans
401(a) Defined Contribution
457 (b) Deferred Compensation
Longevity pay
Tuition reimbursement
Financial education programs
Protection
Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Critical illness and accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Identity theft protection
To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/benefitsinformation) .
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Are you a citizen of the United States? (This is a requirement for the position)
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If applying for a sworn law enforcement position you must be at least 21 years of age. Are you at least 20 years of age as of today?
Yes
No
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Have you been convicted of or pled nolo to D.U.I., D.W.I., or similar offence within the last 5 years?
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No
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Are you a Certified Peace Officer?
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After completion of your field training, do you have a t least 2 years of experience handling 911 calls for service?
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Have you held the position of a certified law enforcement officer within the past 24 months?
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Please list the jurisdiction(s) you have worked for.
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Do you have any commitments that would not allow you to work on various shifts, weekends, holidays, or other periods?
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If yes to the above question, please provide details. If no, please write out "N/A" as your response.
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If you learned of this opening through a Gwinnett County employee referral, please list the REFERRING EMPLOYEE'S NAME, TITLE, and the DEPARTMENT in which the employee currently works. If you were not referred by a Gwinnett County employee, please enter "N/A" in the field below.
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Over a period of time, the duties and responsibilities of a position will tend to change. This may arise from technological changes, or changes in department policies and procedures. Are you willing to accept changes in the duties and responsibilities for the position which you have applied?
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Any falsification or omission will be grounds for disqualification. All information will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Have you been completely honest with us when completing your application for employment and this questionnaire?
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Required Question
Employer
Gwinnett County
Address
75 Langley Drive Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046
Phone
770.822.7915 770.822.7923
Website
http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com
