When vacancies are available, applications for the Statesboro Police Department can be found at www.statesboroga.gov or Statesboro City Hall. Applicants may be placed on an eligibility list for up to 6 months. To sign up for alerts regarding applications and the recruitment process please fill out the following form.
- Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
- No experience requirements.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
- Ability to meet current requirements set forth in the Georgia Mandate Law Enforcement Training Act/Peace Officer’s Standards and Training Act.
- Must be 21 or older.
Applicants will be disqualified if they have a felony conviction, a family violence conviction, current illegal drug use, or tattoos/branding on the head, neck, face, or ears.
The Statesboro Police Department conducts a thorough background investigation on each applicant. This investigation includes:
- The applicant’s work history
- The applicant’s criminal and driver’s history
- Professional, personal, and neighborhood references
- The applicant’s management of personal finances
- A polygraph examination
Patrol officers detect and deter criminal activity in assigned zones, respond to calls for service, investigate crimes and crashes, apprehend and arrest offenders, testify in court proceedings, and write reports. A more comprehensive list of related job duties can be found on the application page.
The Communications Officer receives calls for assistance from the public and dispatches appropriate public safety personnel while maintaining a variety of departmental records.
- Receives, monitors, and dispatches radio communications traffic for emergency and non-emergency situations;
- Receives and screens all incoming telephone calls from the public and other public safety agencies;
- Maintains a continuous log of incoming telephone and radio calls;
- Maintains cross-training in order to assist in the Records Unit;
- Monitors and routes incoming messages from state computer network;
- Processes information as requested in the Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) network, including information on missing persons or stolen articles;
- Receives cash bonds;
- Assists officers by using the GCIC computer to run criminal and license histories;
- Communicates with other area agencies to obtain and relay information.
We provide all necessary equipment, including firearms, Tasers, radio, patrol vehicle, in-car computers, and citation printers.
Officers who have completed the initial phases of field training receive a take home vehicle if they reside with 35 miles of the Statesboro Police Department.
• The Statesboro Police Department has an innovative work schedule that includes monthly training for all officers.
• Officers are given the opportunity to have at least 96 hours of in-house training per year through the monthly training days as well as opportunities to attend outside training that is relevant to their assigned job duties.
• In addition to the scheduled training, we help and encourage our officers to achieve career development certifications such as Intermediate, Advanced, and Supervision.
- Honesty: Be completely truthful throughout the hiring process. Nobody is perfect, but we expect everyone to be honest. Being dishonest at any step of the hiring process WILL result in being disqualified from the hiring process.
- Preparation: Prepare yourself for each stage of the hiring process. Candidates who have prepared themselves always perform at a much higher level.
- Follow Instructions: Attention to detail is a much valued quality in a candidate. Inability to follow written and verbal instructions throughout the hiring process can result in disqualification
- Be Punctual: Develop a habit of arriving early for all scheduled events in the hiring process. Excellent time management is a very desirable skill for a potential employee.
- Professional Business Attire: You will never get a second chance to make a first impression. You should dress and groom professionally during any interview.
- Candor and Sincerity: Demonstrate sincerity, candor, integrity, conviction, and honesty. Avoid giving canned responses during interviews. We know what the #1 Top Rated Interview Responses are on the internet. We want to get to know who you are, how you think, and what your values are.
- Know Yourself: Know why you want to start a career with the Statesboro Police Department. Know how your background, skill sets, and abilities will help you be successful. We will want to know what you can bring to our team.
- Starting pay for Police Officers is $55,476.66
- Take home car if you reside within 35 miles of the Statesboro Police Department
- Innovative schedule that incorporates:
- Monthly training
- 40 hour work week
- Overtime after 40 hours each week
- Incentive pay for SWAT and K9
Benefits Include:
• City Health and Wellness Clinic
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance available
• Retirement Plan plus 457(b) available
• Health Spending Account
• Life Insurance, short and long term disability plans
• Free Peace Officers Association of Georgia Membership
• 24hour City Gym