The East Point Police Department is offering a $2500 signing bonus for qualified applicants to join their elite team to keep the City of East Point safe. The $2500 signing bonus only applies to Qualified Certified Police Officers. The department is also accepting applications for non-certified Police Officers. Chief Tommy Gardner is seeking applicants who are committed to public safety and providing excellent customer service to residents. 

“The City of East Point Police Department is looking for a few good men and women to join our ranks to protect and serve our community by joining our team of professionals committed to making a difference,” said Police Chief Tommy Gardner. 

To qualify, you must be:

• 21-years-old or older

Minimum qualifications for Non-Certified Police Officers: Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and be able to meet POST requirements for certification per Georgia law. 

Minimum qualifications for Certified Police Officers: POST certified position with a minimum of two (2) years of experience and in good standards with POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training). 

Pay incentives will be available for applicants with the following: 

• Bachelor’s Degree- $2500

• Associate Degree- $1500

• Intermediate Certification 

• Advanced Certification

• Field Training Officer Certification

• Supervision Certification

• Management Certification

   

The department consists of patrol units, investigators, personnel, and various other support services designed to facilitate the needs of the department and community. Its goals are to improve the quality of life for all, strive for continuous improvement on efficiency, effectiveness and accountability to high standards of performance, ethics, and professionalism.

Interested applicants should visit the City of East Point’s website at www.eastpointcity.org  or contact Sgt. Kim Davis [email protected] (404-559-6346) or Lt. Penny Cavin at [email protected] (404-559-6283) in the department’s Background and Recruitment Office.