Employment
So You Want to be A Peace Officer
All persons employed in the State of Georgia as a Peace Officer or Jailer must meet minimum training standards established by the Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training Council (POST).
Persons employed as Peace Officers must satisfactorily complete an 11-week minimum standards course taught at one of the regional police academies and the Georgia Public Safety Training Center in Forsyth, Georgia.
Persons employed as Jailers must satisfactorily complete a two-week course taught at various locations throughout the State of Georgia.
Qualifications for a Sheriff's Detention Officer
- High School Graduate or possess a GED certificate.
- At least 20 years of age.
- Good moral character (able to complete extensive background investigation).
- No criminal convictions for a felony or crimes involving moral turpitude.
- Pass physical examination, including drug testing.
- Successfully complete an oral review by a panel of Sheriff's Office staff.
- Possess a valid Georgia Drivers License, at least class C, and a satisfactory Drivers History.
- Must pass a Two Basic Jail Officer Class for P.O.S.T. Certification
Qualifications for a Sheriff's Deputy are the same as for Sheriff's Detention Officer with the following additional requirements:
- Must be able to pass a Physical Agility Test mandated by P.O.S.T.
- Must complete the Basic Mandate Class in order to be P.O.S.T. Certified.
The Peach County Sheriff's Office is an equal opportunity employer.
Pick up an application at the:
Peach County Law Enforcement Center
1007 Spruce Street Extension
Fort Valley, Georgia 31030
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