Join Brookhaven Police Department

At the heart of Brookhaven’s safety is our dedicated police department. We are committed to recruiting the best, offering a competitive salary, and representing numerous opportunities for career growth and specialized roles. Be part of our mission. Start your career with us.

Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Brookhaven Police Department to enhance the quality of life for those within our community by providing professional, high quality and effective police service in partnership with the community.

Brookhaven Police Department

We are committed to recruiting, assessing, and hiring the best suited and qualified applicants to meet the needs of the Brookhaven Police Department. The City of Brookhaven is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that our employees should be reflective of the community they serve.

Master Patrol Officer - $95,771 (Based on Post Certification).

Now Accepting Non-Certified and Certified Officers

The Equivalency of Training (EOT) process may allow an officer who does not possess a GA POST basic law enforcement certification to be exempt from having to complete the entire basic law enforcement training course.

Types of officers who may be eligible for the EOT process:

• Eligible Federal Peace Officers who have graduated from the FLETC Uniformed Police Training Program;
• United States Military Police Officers (Army, Air Force, and Marines) who have graduated from their branches Basic Military Police Course and possess a general discharge under honorable conditions;
• Out-of-State Police Officers who have graduated from their states Uniform Police Academy and their certification is valid and in good standing;
• Pre-Service Candidates and Inactive Registered Georgia Peace Officers actively employed in law enforcement or who have graduated from a basic law enforcement training course;
• Individuals who graduated the basic law enforcement training course, in Georgia, and did not complete the certification process.

Your certification as a police officer in another state or with the federal government must be valid and in good standing.

Upon application approval, the EOT candidate will be required to pass the following courses:

• Georgia Criminal Law -16 Hours (provided by Ga. POST)
• Legal Update
• Use of Force
• De-escalation
• Community Oriented Policing
• Human Trafficking (Effective 01/01/2024)
• Gang Awareness (Effective 01/01/2024)

For more information on the EOT process, please visit: Georgia Post EOT

Minimum Qualifications

These are the minimum requirements to become a Police Officer:

• 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• US Citizen
• Valid State of Georgia driver’s license
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process
• Meet all applicable physical, vision, hearing, and psychological examination requirements
• Successfully pass an extensive background check

Hiring Process

The hiring process is a competitive selection procedure which consists of:

• Written Test
• Physical Agility Test
• Oral Operations Interview (w/LT and Major)
• Background Investigation
• Voice Stress and Psych Evaluation
• Physical Exam and Drug Test
• Chief Interview
• Final Offer

Benefits

Brookhaven Police Officers Receive:

• Take Home Vehicle: - Annual gas & service savings over $4,000
• Monthly Housing Allowance - $1,000
• All uniforms, weapons, and safety equipment are supplied by the City
• Paid Dues: POAB - $300 annually
• Professional Development and Training Courses – 100% Employer Paid
• Tuition Reimbursement: - Up to $8,600 per year
• 457B – 30 Day enrollment with 401A benefit match
• 401A – 1 year fully vested – 2 to 1 match up to 10% total of 457

Paid Time Off Benefits

• 12 Paid Holidays
• 20 PTO days up to 30 PTO days, 11 years or more
• 1 Personal Day
• Incentive Pay – Up to 5% of Base Pay
• Merit Pay – Added to base pay
• Milestone Pay – Employee pay increase based on years of service
• Employee Assistance Program – Up to (6) six covered sessions

Health and Wellness Benefits:

• 3 Benefit Packet Options  (Employee & Dependent coverages)
• Dental Coverage – (100% Employer Paid for Employee)
• Vision Insurance (Employee & Dependent coverages)
• Life Insurance – 3x’s Annual Salary up to $750,000
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment – 3x’s Annual Salary up to $500,000
• Life Insurance – Line of Duty - $50,000
• Supplemental Insurance – Voluntary Life and AD&D (Employee & Dependents)
• Short Term Disability – Immediate Eligibility
• Long Term Disability – Eligibility after 90 days of Short-Term

Additional Pay Incentives Include:

• Crime Scene Tech
• Field Training Officer
• K-9 Officer
• S.W.A.T Operator

If you would like to speak to a recruiter and/or apply, please complete the job interest form below and a recruiter will contact you.