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1. Please complete an Application for Employment and forward to City of Canton, Human Resources Department, 151 Elizabeth Street Canton, GA 30114; or FAX to (770) 704-1538; or e-mail lorrie.waters@canton-georgia.com. *Resumes are accepted only as a supplement to the application for employment.
2. Applications/Resumes are forwarded to the appropriate department for review. Because the initial applicant screening is based on the completed application, it is very important to include all information requested. Applications can be accepted and reviewed only if they are signed and dated on the back page of the application.
3. The Human Resources Department is not solely responsible for interviewing applicants. If selected for an interview, a hiring manager from the appropriate department will make contact.
4. Due to the number of resumes/applications received for each open position, the City will only respond to applicants personally interviewed for a particular position.
5. An application will remain on file until the position has been filled. If interested in future positions with the City of Canton, another application will need to be completed.
The City of Canton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or religion.
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Canton Police Department
The Canton Police Department seeks career oriented, highly motivated, competent men and women with high moral and ethical standards to provide the entire range of law enforcement services to the community.
To be considered for employment, an applicant must meet our minimum qualifications:
- At least 21 years of age for sworn positions or 18 years of age for civilian positions.
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid drivers license (Georgia)
- Honorable discharge (if prior military)
- No adverse driving record
Selection Process
Our selection process is thorough to ensure only the highest caliber persons are selected. This process includes but is not limited to:
- Intensive background investigation
- Oral interview (conditional offer)
- Polygraph examination
- Medical examination and drug screen (sworn personnel only)
- Passing a physical agility test (sworn personnel only)
- Psychological evaluation (sworn personnel only)
The City of Canton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Notice: You may request an accommodation for a disabling condition in order to apply and compete for a position with the Canton Police Department.
Please make your request in writing to the administrative services officer.
