DeKalb County Police Department has announced a scheduled recruiting event planned for this weekend will be postponed due to predictions of inclement weather.
DeKalb County Police originally scheduled a recruiting event for certified and new recruits for Saturday, Jan. 24, but the department announced that the recruitment event is now planned for 8 a.m. to noon on Jan. 31 at the DeKalb County Police Department Training Academy, 2484 Bruce St., Suite 6, Lithonia.
The one-stop hiring event invites candidates to complete a large portion of the hiring process and walk away with a conditional offer, according to a DeKalb County Police news release.
DKPD offers a starting salary of up to $64,000 for non-certified recruits, along with a $3,000 hiring incentive. Certified new officers can make a starting salary of up to $73,000, plus a $5,000 hiring incentive if they have at least two years of experience. The police department offers extensive training, health benefits, and advancement opportunities. Additionally, employees can be eligible for housing assistance and a take-home car.
For more information on DeKalb County Police Department recruitment, call (770) 724-7445.