The Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council will be accepting applications thru the close of business (4:30 P.M.) on Friday, October 30, 2026 to fill the following position:

POSITION: - Investigator(s)

POSITION TYPE: - Unclassified (Non-Merit)

SALARY: - $72,000.00/year

LOCATION: - 5000 Austell-Powder Springs Rd., Suite 280, Austell, Georgia (Cobb County)

MAILING ADDRESS: - P.O. Box 349, Clarkdale, GA 30111

See map and directions at www.gapost.org

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under direct supervision, receives specific assignments and/or tasking in the support of the Investigation Division Director. Successfully completes assignments in a timely manner in compliance with normal or specialized procedures.
• Conduct assigned investigations and prepare case files for the POST Counsel to make a decision if a law enforcement officer(s) is in compliance with the provisions of the POST Act (O.C.G.A. 35) and Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council.
• Makes oral and written presentations before Georgia POST Council, as required.
• Acts as a liaison between the POST Council and agency managers of the law enforcement community.
• Manages assigned equipment and consumption of allocated materials and supplies.
• Performs administrative duties to the overall operational efficiency of the POST Council organization.
• Provides staff support within the agency and at scheduled Council functions.
• Maintain a consistent, high quality, customer-focused orientation when conducting and providing services or products to clients, the general public, and other external customers. Interacts with all levels of state government in a way that promotes respect, encourages cooperation, and contributes to excellent performance.
• Perform all other duties, as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Ten years of work experience as a full-time law enforcement officer.

AND

two years of experience involving background, internal, or criminal investigations.

The applicant must possess a working knowledge of Windows, PowerPoint, Excel and Microsoft Office software applications. In addition, the applicant must be able to successfully complete a thorough background investigation, and demonstrate the ability to coordinate and work with others. Applicant must have a working knowledge of the Georgia Open Records Act, POST Act, and POST Rules. At least three (3) professional references are required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Required Licenses and Certification: Applicant must hold a Georgia Basic Peace Officer Certification, in good standing. Applicant must hold a valid Georgia Driver’s License.

Travel: Applicant must be able and willing to travel to any location within and out of the State. Overnight travel may be required. A State-owned vehicle will be provided for official travel needs.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

In addition to the minimum requirements listed, preference will be given to those applicants who have 5 or more years Investigative experience; P.O.S.T. Instructor Certification; POST Intermediate, or higher, Certification(s); and/or a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in the field of Criminal Justice or Public Administration.

Please note that the applications must be received at POST Headquarters no later than 4:30 pm, October 30, 2026. Late submissions, regardless of the postmarked date, will not be accepted.

Applicants selected for interview will be asked to appear before an oral interview board. Those not meeting the minimum and other requirements will not be considered.

Interested Applicants may submit resumes with cover letter to the attention of:

Investigations Director

Monika Franklin
Employment Opportunity
Georgia P.O.S.T. Council
P.O. Box 349
Clarkdale, Georgia 30111
mfranklin@gapost.org

Due to the anticipated volume of interested applicants, we will be unable to accept telephone inquiries concerning this employment opportunity.