The first step to becoming a Macon Police officer is the Application . After completing the online application you will continue your process with the following steps:

1. Fingerprint and records check
2. Pass PCT (Physical Conditioning Test)
3. Pass Police Assessment Center
4. Take MMPI (Psychological Test)
5. Polygraph
6. Thorough Background Investigation Completed and Approved
7. Pass a Complete Medical Examination, which includes a drug test

If you are disqualified at any of the above steps you will have to wait at least 6 months before you can reapply.

GEORGIA MANDATED OFFICERS:
Officers certified and mandated by the State of Georgia and hired by the Macon Police Department will be required to satisfactorily complete the following:

• Firearms
• Driving
• Policies and Procedures
• Report Writing

YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED IF YOU:

• Have been convicted of a felony or most misdemeanors under state or federal law for which applicant could have served time
• Have committed five (5) or more traffic offenses in the last twelve (12) months for which a fine of over twenty-dollars ($25.00) was imposed
• Were dishonorably discharged from the armed services--you must submit DD-214
• Have been dismissed from public service for cause
• Have made a false statement of fact or attempted fraud or deception in your application or other required documents

DRUG ABUSE POLICY:
Current drug abusers are not eligible for employment. Persons having a past history of drug abuse will have their application reviewed. Consideration for employment will depend