Police Officer

Job Description

Police Officer | Cobb County Police Department

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at the Cobb County Police Department, located in Marietta, GA. The department is a CALEA-accredited and nationally recognized full-service law enforcement agency, responsible for protecting a population of approximately 800,000 citizens in the metropolitan Atlanta area. This position is crucial for enforcing laws, preventing crime, and promoting security, directly contributing to the safety and well-being of the community.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Marietta, GA
• Pay: $54000 yearly
• Mission: Enforce applicable codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations to protect life and property, prevent crime, and promote security.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Law Enforcement: Enforce all applicable codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations, both traffic and criminal, to protect life and property.
• Incident Response: Detect and deter criminal activity, patrolling designated areas and responding to dispatched calls to apprehend offenders.
• Criminal Investigation: Conduct preliminary investigations, gather evidence, secure crime scenes, and interview individuals to prepare comprehensive reports.
• Emergency Response: Perform critical rescue functions at accidents, emergencies, and disasters, which may include medical aid or evacuating individuals.
• Community Engagement: Foster positive public relations, educate the public on legal matters, and maintain proficiency with law enforcement equipment and procedures.

The Must-Haves
• Background: High School Diploma or GED; Georgia POST Peace Officer Certification. This is an early career role focused on law enforcement and community service.
• Experience: Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License. Ability to successfully complete a Physical Agility Test (obstacle course) in 2 minutes and 6 seconds or less.
• Skills: Proficiency in operating law enforcement vehicles and specialized equipment; Ability to conduct thorough investigations and generate detailed reports; Effective oral communication for radio and public interactions.
• Bonus: Possessing an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s Degree is highly valued and qualifies for education incentive pay.