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How To Become A Dalton Police Officer

The Dalton Police Department is constantly searching for the most qualified applicants with a strong desire for public service. The department's standards are very high, but successful candidates will receive the absolute best training, equipment, support and supervision. The sections below describe several of the required processes to become a Dalton police officer. If you have further questions, please contact the Dalton Police Department at 706-278-9085, extension 330 during normal business hours.

A City of Dalton employment application must be completed and submitted to Human Resources at City Hall, located at 300 West Waugh Street prior to begin the hiring process. Effective May 1, 2009, applicant testing will no longer be conducted on a regularly scheduled weekly basis. Applicants will be contacted by the department to schedule testing after applications are reviewed.

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