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Recruitment Collage Nov 2022

The Gainesville Police Department (GPD) is currently accepting applications for certified and non-certified police officers. GPD provides the City of Gainesville with emergency and non-emergency services 24 hours a day to more than 40,000 residents and an estimated 150,000 visitors daily. Our jurisdiction covers approximately 40 square miles and includes residences and apartment complexes; businesses and industrial parks; recreational facilities, including parks on and around Lake Lanier; several golf courses, schools, churches, an airport, shopping centers and numerous strip malls. GPD is a multi-faceted professional public safety organization serving a fast-paced, multicultural and rapidly growing community.

Apply now

At this time, the Gainesville Police Department (GPD) is accepting applications for certified and non-certified police officers.

Apply now and your starting salary could be $57,897.84 (base) + 10 paid holidays ($2,120.80) = $60,018.64 (certified).

Higher pay is awarded based on qualifications. In addition, GPD officers get a take-home vehicle; all uniforms, equipment and weapons needed; plus the necessary training to better serve the City of Gainesville.

Supplies

As a Gainesville Police Department officer, you will be supplied with:

  • All uniforms
  • A take-home vehicle (within 30 miles from City limits)
  • Equipment and weapons

Employee benefits package

The benefits package for City of Gainesville employees features:

  • Health and Wellness Center access
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Excellent retirement plans
  • Life insurance
  • Health/vision/dental insurance
  • Paid time off/holiday leave
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Much, much more!

Educational & certifications pay

CERTIFICATION % INCREASE
Intermediate Certification = 3.3% pay increase
Advanced Certification = 3.3% pay increase
Supervisory Certification = 3.4% pay increase

Milestones pay

YEARS @ GPD SALARY INCREASE
3 years $1,500
5 years $1,500
10 years $2,000
15 years $2,000
20 years $2,000
25 years $1,500
30 years $1,500
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