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Dawson County Government

Investigator

Pay: $29.29–$40.38/hr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Dawsonville, GA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/17/2026

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What they do

A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.

$60,375 / year median in Georgia

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Assists the Dawson County District Attorney's Office in investigating all criminal violation reports initiated by local law enforcement agencies to ensure all crimes committed against persons or property in Dawson County are thoroughly investigated, suspects questioned, and leads followed until a case is justly prosecuted and resolved with fairness and integrity, including the preparation of cases for indictment, accusation, and trial.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 21 years of age, or older. Must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Substantial experience, training, education, and knowledge in law enforcement, or any combination thereof, may be a substitute for and satisfy the degree requirement. Must be a P.O.S.T. certified peace officer in good standing (and maintain that certification). Two to four years of experience as a police officer or investigator with similar essential duties as the position. Must possess a valid Georgia driver license and maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening. To apply for a position with Dawson County, please complete and submit a Dawson County Employment Application (download the application found under Tools in the grey box to the right). Applications are also available in the County Administration Office located on the second floor of the Dawson County Courthouse. Applications may be emailed to DCEmployment@dawsoncountyga.gov; mailed or dropped off in person to: Dawson County Government, Human Resources Department, 25 Justice Way, Suite 2233, Dawsonville, GA 30534; Monday through Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM. All applications submitted are subject to public disclosure under the Georgia Open Records Act. Dawson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

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Dawsonville, GA 30534 Job Details Category Internal Only Status Open Full-time/Hourly/Non-Exempt Salary $29.29-$40.38 DOQ Posted July 31, 2026 8:00 AM Closing August 7, 2026 5:00 PM