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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions for Prospective and Current Employees of the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO)
  • Applicants must be 21 years of age.
  • Use “Cadets” instead of “Recruits”.
  • While attending GA POST mandated training, employees are paid at the current rate of the position they hold*.
  • Training classes are held three times per year at the Fulton County Public Safety Training Center (FCPSTC). However, candidates may have the opportunity to attend a Regional Academy if space is available.

  • Training typically begins between your date of hire and the start of the next available class.

  • At this time, relocation assistance is not available.
  • Starting salaries for sworn positions:
    • Detention Officer – $54,000
    • Deputy Sheriff – $60,000


    Deputies and Detention Officers assigned to the Fulton County Jail receive a
    Jail Pay Incentive for attending pre-shift roll calls. This incentive adds 5 hours of pay to each pay period and is calculated based on the employee’s salary.

  • Cadets become eligible for specialized units after completing one year of service.
  • We do not have a formal Lateral Transfer Program.
  • Applicants must pass a pre-employment Physical Agility Test (PAT) to begin their background investigation process.
  • Pre-Employment PAT requirements
    • 1 Mile Run – 12 minutes 45 seconds
    • 21 Push-Ups – 1 Minute
    • 25 Sit-Ups – 1 Minute
  • Cadets must pass a pre-mandate Physical Agility Test to attend the Basic Law Enforcement Course
    • The course measures a total of 870 feet (290 yards/265.2 meters) (half-court basketball court).
    • There is a time limit of two minutes six seconds (2:06)–time starts on candidate’s movement from the starting line and ends when they pass the finish line.
    • The course consists of a series of nine interspersed individual tasks, arranged in a continuous format that may be viewed as being essential (physical) job tasks for law enforcement training:
      • Running
      • Jumping (low hurdle)
      • Climbing stairs
      • Low crawling
      • Jumping (broad-type)
      • Climbing a fence (chain-link/four feet)
      • Climbing through a window
      • Moving/dragging a weight (150 lbs.)
  • Should be 20 weeks
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  • Cadets will be provided with their academy uniform and physical training gear.
  • Once training has been completed the agency uniform will be provided.
  • All equipment will be provided.
  • Applications can be submitted online. Visit fcsojobs.com for more detail. 
  • Assignments are determined based on operational needs and are reviewed on an ongoing basis
  • Promotion to the rank of Deputy, Sergeant or Lieutenant requires passing a written and oral exam.
  • Promotion to the rank of Captain are appointed by Sheriff.
  • We offer advanced and specialized training courses designed to enhance employees’ knowledge and skills. Additionally, we provide opportunities for leadership training to help employees refine and develop their leadership abilities.

For additional information, please refer to the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office website or call the Background and Recruitment Office at (404) 612-7327.

Fulton County Sheriff’s Office adheres to Title VI Civil Rights Acts of 1964 as amended and all related regulations and directives. All individuals can receive this service at no additional cost.
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185 Central Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30303

Fulton County Sheriff’s Office adheres to Title VI Civil Rights Acts of 1964 as amended and all related regulations and directives. All individuals can receive this service at no additional cost.
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