Top 11 Police Jobs in Columbus, Ga

Police Officer
Columbus, Georgia Police Department —Columbus, GA
- $50,571 - $53,071 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Military
- Mid-level
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Police Officer
Phenix City —Phenix City, AL
- From $50,592 a year
- Overtime
- Writing skills
- Residential
- Ability to climb stairs
Police Desk Clerk
Bobby Dodd Institute Inc —Columbus, GA
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- English
- Mid-level
9d
Crime Analyst G120 Police Department
Columbus Consolidated Government —Columbus, GA
- $20.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Windows
Deputy Sheriff
Columbus Consolidated Government —Columbus, GA
- $45,450.00 - $70,416.48 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Driver's License
Reserve Deputy Sheriff
Columbus Consolidated Government —Columbus, GA
- $25.00 - $33.52 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Driver's License
Post Certified Police Officer
Columbus Airport —Columbus, GA
- $45,000 - $55,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
Police Officer (Full-Time)
Enterprise State Community College —Phenix City, AL
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Police Sergeant
Columbus State University —Columbus, GA
- $62,379 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Administrative Coordinator - G118 - Chief of Police
Columbus Consolidated Government —Columbus, GA
- $19.18 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Basic math
- Research
1d
Deputy Sheriff for Sheriff's Office
Harris County —Hamilton, GA
- From $24.70 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply

Discover related jobs

Based on your search for police jobs.

Police Officer
Columbus, Georgia Police Department —Columbus, GA
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
$50,571 - $53,071 a year
Quick Apply
Police Officer
Phenix City —Phenix City, AL
Must be minimum 21 years of age (Limited number of Cadet positions available for individuals ages 18-20); must possess valid driver’s license and social…
From $50,592 a year

Show more related jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

911 Dispatcher/Communications Technician July 2026 Exam
City of Dublin —Dublin, OH
Possession of a valid driver's license. Operate a multi-line phone system to process incoming 9-1-1, text-to-9-1-1, TDD (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf)…
$63,267.06 - $81,851.75 a year
6d
Police Officer (ENTRY LEVEL)
City of Grandview Heights —Grandview Heights, OH
US Citizen: Yes or otherwise authorized to work in the United States High School Grad/GED: Yes Valid OHIO State Driver's License: Yes (or able to obtain a valid…
$33.19 - $56.94 an hour

Show more jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for police in columbus, ga

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Police Officer

Columbus, Georgia Police Department -
Columbus, GA

Quick Apply

Job Details

Full-time
$50,571 - $53,071 a year

Benefits

457(b)
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Military leave
Paid time off
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Credit union membership
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Written communication
Teamwork
Clear verbal communication
Work ethic
Company vehicle operation
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Relationship building
Peace Officer Certification
Computer skills
Critical thinking
State-specific police officer certification
Law Enforcement Certification

Full Job Description

The Columbus Police Department is a state and nationally accredited law enforcement agency dedicated to protecting and serving the citizens of Columbus, Georgia. Become part of a highly trained law enforcement team focused on building and maintaining strong community relationships that improve the safety and quality of life for every citizen. The Columbus Police Department also offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Please see the information below for additional details.

Join our dedicated team of law enforcement professionals by applying today!

Position and Pay Incentives

Pay increases to a minimum of $55,000 after 24 months of employment.
All equipment provided.
$1,200 Military Service Incentive.
Take Home Car (including adjacent counties and Alabama).
Every Other Weekend Off.
$1000 Relocation Assistance Package (out-of-town hires).
$2,400 Georgia POST Certification Incentive.
$5,000 Signing Bonus.
Career Enhancement Program

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Responds to dispatched calls.
Patrols assigned areas of responsibility to deter crime and discover violations; conducts security checks of businesses and buildings.
Prepares reports on incidents and arrests.
Enforces traffic laws; investigates traffic accidents; writes citations.
Enforces all applicable laws.
Renders aid to persons in need.
Protects crime scenes; identifies evidence and witnesses; gathers evidence.
Performs arrests.
Transports suspects, witnesses, and victims.
Maintains crowd control.
Attends court as necessary; attends community meetings.
Performs specialized duties specific to the assigned unit, including various training, community relations, conditional discharge, desk services, crime prevention, or patrol functions.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of modern principles, practices, and procedures of law enforcement.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and administrative policies.
Knowledge of department rules and regulations.
Knowledge of the layout of the city.
Knowledge of defensive tactics and the use of force.
Skill in use of specialized weapons, equipment, and tools relevant to the functions of the position including pistol, shotgun, ASP baton, pepper spray, pepper ball gun, and less lethal munitions.
Skill in high-speed or defensive driving.
Skill in the operation of standard office equipment.
Skill in the operation of computers and various software programs.
Skill in oral and written communication.

Minimum Educational and Training Requirements

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Ability to meet current requirements set forth in the Georgia Mandate Law Enforcement Training Act/Peace Officer's Standards and Training Act. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Physical Requirements

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, running, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguishes between shades of color. Pursuit situations may require significant physical agility and exposure to violence or injury. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

Balancing – maintain equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching.
Feeling – perceiving attributes of objects by touch with skin, fingertips.
Grasping – applying pressure to object with fingers, palm.
Handling – picking, holding, or working with whole hand.
Hearing 1 – perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, receive information.
Hearing 2 – receive detailed information, make discrimination in sound.
Kneeling – bending legs at knee to come to rest at knees.
Lifting – raising objects from lower to higher position, moving objects side to side, using upper extremities, back.
Manual Dexterity – picking, pinching, typing, working with fingers rather than hand.
Pulling - use upper extremities to exert force, haul or tug.
Pushing – use upper extremities to press against objects with force, or thrust forward, downward, outward.
Reaching – extending hands or arms in any direction.
Repetitive Motion – substantial movements of wrists, hands, fingers.
Speaking – expressing ideas with spoken word, convey detailed, important instructions accurately, concisely.
Stooping – bending body downward, forward at waist, with full motion of lower extremities and back.
Talking 1- expressing ideas by spoken word
Talking 2 – shouting to be heard above ambient noise.
Visual Acuity 1 - prepare, analyze data, transcribing, computer terminal, extensive reading.
Visual Acuity 2 - color, depth perception, field of vision.
Visual Acuity 3 - determine accuracy, neatness, observe facilities/structures.
Visual Acuity 4 - operate motor vehicles/heavy equipment.
Visual Acuity 5 -close acuity for inspection of small defects, machines, use measurement devices, or fabricate parts.
Walking - on foot to accomplish tasks, long distances, or site to site.

The work is typically performed in a patrol car or other vehicle; office, library, or computer room; outdoors where the employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, cold or inclement weather.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,571.00 - $53,071.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
457(b)
Credit union membership
Dental insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Military leave
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

Are you at least 20 years old?
Do you have a felony conviction?
Do you have a pending criminal case?
Are you currently on probation or parole?
Do you have a dishonorable military discharge?
Have you been convicted of a family violence offense?
Are you willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays?
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Are you a United States citizen or naturalized citizen?
Please provide an email address and phone number so our team can contact you.

Work Location: In person

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

police jobs in columbus, ga

Police Officer

Police Officer

Police Desk Clerk

Crime Analyst G120 Police Department

Deputy Sheriff

Reserve Deputy Sheriff

Post Certified Police Officer

Police Officer (Full-Time)

Police Sergeant

Administrative Coordinator - G118 - Chief of Police

Deputy Sheriff for Sheriff's Office

Discover related jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for police in columbus, ga

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected