City Of Atlanta Police Department

With an authorized strength of over 1,732 sworn officers, the Atlanta Police Department is the largest law enforcement agency in the state of Georgia. A full-service police agency, the Department has adopted a community-oriented philosophy and relies heavily upon community input and collaborative problem-solving strategies. It is through heightened community involvement in public safety matters that the Atlanta Police Department will most effectively address its major priorities.

Atlanta is the capital city of the state of Georgia, the seat of Fulton County government, and the central economic base of the twenty counties comprising the Atlanta Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city's limits embrace an area of 131.4 square miles with a resident population of approximately 425,000 people. With the Atlanta metropolitan area being the leading economic center in the Southeast, there is a wide range of economic activity: manufacturing, transportation, finance, conventions and tourism. Historically a railroad hub, Atlanta now operates one of the major airports in the nation. Atlanta is home to a prominent university community, professional sports teams, cultural organizations, and active community groups.

Currently we have many opportunities available. We offer excellent compensation and benefits. For more information on the Atlanta Police Department and our employment opportunities, please go to our Web site at www.atlantapd.org.