NON-CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER

This position is responsible for attending and successfully completing the Georgia Regional Academy's 12-week program to become a Post Certified Police Officer.

Upon successful graduation from the Georgia Regional Academy, the incumbents status will change from Non-Certified Police Officer ($44,000.00 annually) to a Certified Police Officer ($53,482.28 annually).

Please understand that you will be contacted by EMAIL from The HCPD Internal Affairs Division if your application warrants further consideration. All essential duties will be assigned by the Training Division within the Henry County Police Department.

Minimum Requirements :

Must possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent; individual must be at least 21 years of age; valid Georgia driver's license; successfully pass the Henry County Police Departments physical agility and background examinations; military training is helpful.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Knowledge of local government operations, law enforcement related programs, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job.
• Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
• Skill in the use and safety of firearms.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evening meetings.
• Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to work with and process payments for accounts within the budget and department.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and accounting purposes.
• Ability to operate a copying machine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, and may require standing for extended periods of time. Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, traffic hazards, bright / dim lights, toxic agents, animal / wildlife attacks, animal / human bites, explosives, firearms, violence, disease, pathogenic substances, or rude / irate customers.

Henry County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described in this job description. Henry County encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Henry County will comply with all applicable federal regulations and Henry County's insurance requirements governing workplace anti-drug and alcohol programs. Henry County employees shall be subject to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.

It is the policy of Henry County that there will be equal opportunity for every citizen, employee and applicant, based upon merit without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, genetics or disability.

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