We are actively hiring for the position of Police Officer. Full time candidates do not need to be law enforcement certified but should be eligible for acceptance by Georgia POST. Part-time candidates must be POST certified, in good standing, and have verifiable on the road experience!
The Brunswick Police Department needs mature, self-disciplined, and highly motivated people who are committed to the ever expanding and rewarding field of law enforcement.
Our department accepts applications for patrol officers candidates who are already certified in the state of Georgia year-round.
Please read our qualifications and benefits below. After a self qualifications check, please see the attached Brunswick Police Department background standards. Please note that these standards are strictly adhered to.
Thank you, and I look forward to getting you onboard our premier agency!
mtolley [at] brunswickpolice.org (Corporal Meredith Tolley)
Additionally To be Considered for Employment as a Police Officer You Must:
- Be at least twenty one (21) years of age
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Upon hire, must live within a one hour drive of the city limits of Brunswick
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- No illicit drug use of any kind within two years of application
You will also be required to pass:
- A POST entrance exam. Click here to view the approved tests and scores. Contact a college or university near you to complete the test, if needed. You are exempt if you are (1) POST law enforcement certified, (2) or can provide previous passing scores, (3) or if you have an Associate’s Degree or higher.
- An extensive background check to include personal, employment, driver, and criminal verification
- A CVSA exam
- An oral board interview
- A physical efficiency battery (PEB), also known as a physical fitness test. A cumulative score of 350 is required to pass. Click here to view the test and scores.
- A psychological exam
- A final interview with the Chief of Police
- A conditional offer of employment will then be extended, contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical exam and drug screening.
The Brunswick Police Department offers the following benefits to officers:
- Uniforms, firearms and equipment
- Field Training Officer positions for qualified officers
- Opportunities for advancement to Private First Class (PFC)
- Competitive promotional exams for advancement to Corporal, Sergeant and Lieutenant
- Professional training in excess of the required annual 20 hours
- Join a schedule built for balance, consistency, and time off that actually matters: 12-hour shifts, 7 working days per 14-day pay period, Work 2 consecutive weekends, then enjoy 2 consecutive weekends off, 5-5-4 rotating schedule designed to maximize recovery time and family time. Our patrol rotation is work 5 days, off 4 days; work 5 days, off 5 days; work 4 days, off 5 days; work 5 days, off 4 days
- Shifts rotate days/nights every 2 months to keep schedules balanced and fair. Overtime begins after 86 hours.
- Specialized units: Narcotics/Vice Investigations, K-9 unit, Bike Patrol, Traffic Enforcement, Criminal Investigation Division (CID), SWAT, Marine Patrol, FBI Task Force, CAPAC Unit, Training and Support Services Unit (some units include a pay increase, while assigned)
As an employer, the City of Brunswick provides exceptional career opportunities and compensation:
- Competitive Pay: $23.01 for non-certified while attending the Peace Officer academy and $23.99 for certified officers
- Full benefits package, Health, Life & Disability
- Take home patrol car upon successful completion of field training program
- 11 Holidays per year
- Comprehensive health insurance available which includes Well Care, Prescription Drug Plan, and Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
- City of Brunswick retirement plan
- Accrued sick leave: 12 paid sick days per year
- Employer paid Life/Accidental Death Plan
- Deferred compensation plan
- Paid vacation: 12 paid vacation days per year, 18 days after 10 years of service
- Extensive training opportunities
- Employee assistance program
- Optional payroll deductions for Brunswick Police Association, Police Benevolent Association, and Peace Officers Annuity and Benefit Fund membership dues
An Equal Opportunity Employer
For more information on joining our team of dedicated professionals, please feel free to contact our Recruiting Officer, Corporal Meredith Tolley , at 912-279-2607 or by mtolley [at] brunswickpolice.org (e-mail.)
