WHY SPD?
- NEW HIGHER SALARIES–certified police officers start at $44,330!!
- Comprised of more than 500 sworn officers and 100 civilian employees, we are always actively recruiting qualified men and women who have a passion to serve.
- Savannah is a historic community that’s just a few miles from the beach.
- We are a diversified police department that fully embraces the philosophy of community-oriented policing.
- SPD has close military ties with Savannah’s Hunter Army Airfield. Ft. Stewart is just a few miles to the south and Parris Island is to the north.
- The Savannah Police Department is an equal opportunity employer.
STEP 1:
APPLY
- APPLY ONLINE–City of Savannah Application
- Click Here to Apply
- Scan & Upload Documents in PDF format onto the online application before submitting.
- You will be contacted by SPD via e-mail if eligible for testing. Please be sure to check your e-mail Inbox and Spam/Junk folders.
STEP 2:
TESTING
- Approximately 2-4 Days
- Select Testing Dates in Savannah. For testing dates click here!
- Georgia Peace Officers Standards & Training Exam (i.e. Compass, SAT, ACT)
- Physical Fitness Assessment
- Oral Board
- Polygraph Exam
- Approximately 4-8 Weeks
- Background Investigation
- Approximately 2-4 Days
- Conditional Offer (PLEASE NOTE: This does NOT guarantee employment)
- Final Interview for Employment
- Medical Exam
- Psychological Evaluation
- Fingerprinting
STEP 3:
TRAINING
33-week Training Course for Newly Certified Officers
- 11 WEEKS– Georgia Mandated Peace Officer Training Course.
- 4 WEEKS– Patrol School
- 15 WEEKS– Problem-Based Learning / “Hands-on” Field Training.
The Savannah Police Department pays for all training, uniforms, and gear.
There is a 12-month probationary employment period that starts after completion of the 27-week (Newly Certified Officers) or 16-week (Prior Certified Officers) training period.