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Covington

Police Department

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Careers at Covington Police

Build a career protecting the people of Covington.

Open Positions

Police Officer (Certified)

Salary: $54,200 – $74,800 · Deadline: 2026-05-15

Georgia POST certification. Valid GA driver license. 21+ years old.

Police Officer (Pre-Service)

Salary: $48,300 – $54,200 during academy · Deadline: 2026-05-15

High-school diploma or GED. 21+ years old. Pass POST entrance.

Communications Officer

Salary: $42,500 – $58,000 · Deadline: Open until filled

POST Communications certification within 6 months of hire.

Records Technician

Salary: $38,200 – $51,000 · Deadline: Open until filled

High-school diploma. 1+ year clerical/records experience preferred.

Why CPD?

Competitive salary

5% annual step plan; education incentives.

Take-home vehicle

For sworn officers living within 25 miles.

Full medical, dental, vision

For employees and their families.

GMEBS pension

Defined-benefit pension through the Georgia Municipal Association.

Tuition reimbursement

Up to $5,000/year for criminal-justice degrees.

Specialty teams

SWAT, K-9, traffic enforcement, and bicycle patrol.