New Officer Joins Lawrenceville Police Force

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Help us welcome Officer Davis to the Lawrenceville Police Department! Recently, Officer Davis was introduced to the department and given the Oath of Office by Mayor David Still. We are thrilled to have her serve the City of Lawrenceville!

Officer Davis joins us with over four years of law enforcement experience and is eager to serve our community. We are excited to have her on our team!

The Lawrenceville Police Department is actively seeking talented applicants to join our department. We are hiring both sworn and non-sworn officers, as well as communications officers. If you are interested, please visit jobs.lawrencevillepd.com.

Location: New Job Openings in Lawrenceville Police Department, Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Department: Police
Job Status: Full-Time
Days Worked: Sun., Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri., Sat.
Hour Per Week: 40+
Rate of Pay: $55,473.93 – $59,665.95
Position Type: Full-Time
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: $3,000 hiring incentive and take-home vehicle; starting pay based on experience; consent forms in “Application Special Instructions” section MUST BE filled out and attached.

Job Summary:
This position is responsible for the enforcement of federal, state, and local laws and the protection of life and property.

Job Duties:

Patrols the city to detect and deter criminal activity and traffic violations.
Responds to calls for service, including domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, traffic accidents, lost or missing persons searches, public service duties, stranded motorists, and others.
Conducts preliminary investigations into traffic accidents and other incidents, including interviewing victims, complainants, and witnesses, gathering information and evidence, and securing crime scenes.
Apprehends, arrests, and processes offenders, including fugitives; subpoenas witnesses.
Provides assistance and backup support to other officers and emergency service providers as necessary.
Assists motorists.
Provides traffic direction as needed for events such as parades, funerals, events, and school crossings.
Testifies in judicial proceedings as necessary.
Completes all required reports and forms, including accident and incident reports.
Inspects and maintains assigned patrol car, uniform, and equipment.
Performs specialized duties as assigned, including the duties of a Field Training Officer, K-9 Officer, Drug Task Force Officer, Crime Prevention Officer, Court Services Officer, etc.
Performs related duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Must be a US Citizen
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have a valid driver’s license
Ability to perform physical tasks
Must satisfy requirements stated in the Official Code of Georgia, Annotated (OCGA) 35-8-8

Preferred Qualifications:

Georgia POST Certified Police Officer
Out of State Certified Police Officer
Military Police Officer (MP, CID, or equivalent)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge Required By The Position:

Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, criminal and traffic codes, search and seizure laws, town ordinances, and department policies and procedures.
Knowledge of traffic accident investigation techniques and procedures.
Knowledge of the geography and streets of the city.
Knowledge of the court system and judicial procedures.
Skill in the use of a computer.
Skill in operating police vehicles, firearms, and emergency equipment.
Skill in operating radios and communications equipment.
Skill in operating radar equipment.
Skill in restraining persons without causing physical harm.
Skill in oral and written communication.

Physical Requirements:
The work is typically performed while sitting, standing, walking, running, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee must occasionally lift light or heavy objects, use equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguish between shades of color, and use the physical force necessary to arrest and restrain persons.
The work is performed indoors, in a vehicle, and outdoors. The employee may be exposed to inclement weather, infectious diseases, and life-threatening situations. The work requires the use of protective clothing and devices.