Gwinnett Police Hosting Hiring Event

Two-day event on February 20-21 to fill open officer positions

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

The Gwinnett County Police Department in Georgia will host a police officer hiring event on Friday, February 20 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, February 21 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications prior to the event and schedule an appointment time.

Why it matters

The Gwinnett County Police Department is a rapidly growing agency serving over 1 million residents in the Atlanta metro area. This hiring event is an opportunity for the department to fill open officer positions and expand its force to meet the public safety needs of the community.

The details

The hiring process will consist of an orientation, physical agility test, oral interview, psychological exam, and initial background check. Conditional job offers will be given to those who qualify, with a final phase of the hiring process to follow later. The department offers competitive salaries, annual raises, shift differentials, and educational incentives.

  • The hiring event will take place on Friday, February 20 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, February 21 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
  • The application process averages about 90 days for completion.

The players

Gwinnett County Police Department

A nationally accredited and rapidly growing police agency serving over 1 million residents in the northeastern quadrant of the Atlanta metropolitan area.

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What’s next

Those who receive a final job offer will be offered immediate employment regardless of the start date for the next police academy.

The takeaway

This hiring event is an opportunity for the Gwinnett County Police Department to expand its force and meet the public safety needs of the growing Atlanta metro community.