Georgia Department of Public Safety
Application Process
A step-by-step guide to the hiring process for Georgia State Troopers, CVE Officers, and Capitol Police Officers.
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Hiring Process
Georgia State Patrol - 8 Stages
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Step 1 of 8 - Georgia State Patrol
Online Application
Submit your application through the official GA@WORK portal. The application takes approximately 45–60 minutes to complete and cannot be saved mid-session — finish it in one sitting. Have your employment history (past 10 years), addresses (past 10 years), SSN, and 3 personal references ready before you begin.
Hiring Process
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement - 8 Stages
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Step 1 of 8 - Commercial Vehicle Enforcement
Online Application
Submit your application through the official GA@WORK portal. The application takes approximately 45–60 minutes to complete and cannot be saved mid-session — finish it in one sitting. Have your employment history (past 10 years), addresses (past 10 years), SSN, and 3 personal references ready before you begin.
Hiring Process
Capitol Police Division - 8 Stages
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Step 1 of 8 - Capitol Police Division
Online Application
Submit your application through the official GA@WORK portal. The application takes approximately 45–60 minutes to complete and cannot be saved mid-session — finish it in one sitting. Have your employment history (past 10 years), addresses (past 10 years), SSN, and 3 personal references ready before you begin.
Hiring Process
Dispatcher — 3 Stages
Dispatcher positions are non-sworn civilian roles hired at the troop level. There is no PT test or EOT path — click any stage to see details.
Step 1 of 3 — Dispatcher
Apply
Dispatcher positions are hired at the troop level directly. Apply through GA@WORK or submit your application directly to Human Resources.
Already a certified officer, but out-of-state?
Out-of-state, federal, and military officers may qualify for an accelerated path through Georgia's POST Equivalency of Training (EOT) process.
Read Before You Apply - Employment Disqualifiers
DPS has automatic disqualifiers covering criminal history, drug use, finances, and conduct. The updated Uniform & Appearance Policy (including tattoo standards) is also linked on that page. These standards apply to all divisions.
Ready to take the next step?
Have questions before you apply? Review the FAQs, recruiter near you, or go straight to the application portal.