HR/RECRUITMENT
The mission of the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office Human Resources is to:
- Provide quality services to enable people to lead healthier, more secure, independent and productive lives;
- To treat all people fairly, promoting dignity and self-respect;
- To administer public resources in a fiscally responsible and ethical manner.
For additional information, please refer to the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office website or call the Background and Recruitment Office at (404) 612-7327.
JOB/VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTIONS
Sheriff, Deputy in this class is a sworn officer responsible for providing law enforcement services with Fulton County to prevent crimes, preserve the peace, and make security to County buildings and other public areas, including courtrooms and detention areas; processing and securing inmates at the Fulton County Jail; transporting inmates; or serving warrants as assigned. Sheriff, Deputy is authorized to use deadly force when necessary.
Experience & Training:Completion of course work equivalent to the academic requirements of an Associate’s Degree, or two (2) years work experience as a law enforcement or certified peace officer with full arrest power; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those above.
Licensing requirements: Valid State of Georgia driver’s license, Georgia POST Certification (to be obtained within six (6) months of employment), and Jailer Certification Course. (Fulton County Detention Officers may exchange four (4) years of service and successful completion of Georgia POST for the educational requirement for Sheriff, Deputy.)
Application Process: To apply for a position with the Sheriff’s Office, you can fill out an application online at the Fulton County Government website: Application For Employment.
This position is a continuous advertisement. The application for this position is available periodically when the job registry opens for it.
Detention Officers in this class performs duties related to monitoring inmates, screening inmate visitation, and securing detention facilities. Responsibilities include supervising inmate work details, generating reports maintaining records, and assisting Sheriff, Deputies in transporting inmates to various facilities.
Experience & Training: Completion of course work equivalent to the academic requirements of a High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent, and one (1) year experience performing public safety, security, corrections, or customer service duties; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those above.
Licensing requirements: Valid State of Georgia driver’s license, and Jail Officer training certification issued through the Georgia POST.
Application Process: To apply for a position with the Sheriff’s Office, you can fill out an application online at the Fulton County Government website: Application For Employment.
This position is a continuous advertisement. The application for this position is available periodically when the job registry opens for it.
- Four-hour blocks of instruction, twice a week, on weeknights
- Eight-hour blocks of instruction, on Saturdays or Sundays
- All classes are scheduled according to the instructor’s availability
- Academy classes are not conducted on days that fall on major holidays.