Career Opportunities

What makes us different?

We strive for a professional, progressive, positive, family-oriented, community-focused work environment. We offer great training and advancement opportunities, as well as many other benefits. 

Our department is made up of 26 sworn officers and 2 civilian support staff. We offer 24-hour coverage for the City of Cumming, and we partner with other local agencies and organizations to provide a variety of programs and services to the community. 

Cumming PD has two primary divisions: Administrative, including investigations and civilian personnel; and Operations, including uniform patrol and specialized units.

Our personnel structure includes:

  • Chief of Police
  • Lieutenants
  • Sergeants
  • Patrol Officers/Detectives

All candidates must be 21 years and older. A background check is required.

What are the benefits of working for Cumming PD?

Uniform and Equipment Provided
  • External Vest Carriers
  • Primary and Back-Up handguns
  • Rifle/Shotgun
  • Taser
  • Body Camera
  • Uniforms and Boots
Opportunities for Advancement
  • Motor/Traffic Enforcement
  • Criminal Investigations Division
  • Real-Time Crime Center
  • Warrant Unit
  • Drone/sUAS Pilot Training
  • Partnership with FCSO SWAT Team
  • Social Media or PIO
  • Intermediate and Advanced Certifications
  • Supervision and Leadership Training
City Benefits
  • Take-home vehicle program
  • Health, Vision, & Dental (Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield)
  • 144 Hours of PTO and 9 Paid Holidays
  • 100% City Paid Georgia Municipal Defined Benefits Retirement Plan and POAB (Vested after 5 years)
  • City Paid Short-Term Disability
  • City Paid Life Insurance
  • City Paid Uniform Dry-Cleaning
  • Scheduled off every other weekend

How do I apply?

We are in the process of improving our application process. Until further notice, applicants may obtain an application through the link below. Upon completion, the application, personal history questionnaire, and all required documents must be submitted to the Cumming Police Department in person or by mail at 301 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Cumming, GA 30040. Submissions may also be made by e-mail to recruiting@cummingpd.net.

We are proud of our strong staffing built on high standards, and we always welcome applications from qualified candidates. New opportunities open regularly and we work to bring the right people onto our team efficiently.

Click Here to Download the CPD Application and Background Packet
Have questions?
  • Email recruiting@cummingpd.net
  • Call 770-781-2000