Police Officer

Position Overview

Location:

Police Department - Villa Rica, GA 30180. Position type:
Full Time. Key responsibilities include patrol, enforcement, emergency response, investigative duties. Salary is $24.56 per hour. Shift: Any.

• $47,470/year – Academy Training
• $49,840/year – Field Training
• $54,923/year – Post-Training Completion
• Certified officer pay is determined by the Chief of Police based on experience and training.
• Night shift officers receive an additional $1.50 per hour (approximately $3,300 annually).

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• GMA Retirement Plan (10-year vesting)
• Employer‑paid Police Officers Annuity Benefit (POAB) – supplemental retirement plan
• 457(b) deferred compensation plan with City match up to 3%
• Take‑home vehicle
• 12 Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Life insurance, long‑term disability, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training, certification, and advancement opportunities

• At least 21 years of age
• No felony convictions
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Georgia driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• U.S. citizen
• Ability to pass background investigation, medical exam, drug screening, and psychological evaluation

City of Villa Rica does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).