Commercial Vehicle Officer Cadet

About the role

The Georgia Department of Public Safety is recruiting Cadets for the Commercial Vehicle Officer (CVO) career track. Cadets will complete a seven‑week advanced academy followed by twelve weeks of on‑the‑job field training, preparing them to enforce state and federal regulations governing commercial motor vehicles and hazardous‑material transportation.

Key responsibilities

• Patrol highways and roadways to enforce traffic and criminal laws related to commercial vehicles.
• Perform safety compliance inspections of commercial vehicles, drivers, and hazardous‑material shipments.
• Assist in investigations of crashes involving commercial motor vehicles.
• Operate and monitor electronic inspection equipment at designated facilities.
• Participate in specialized assignments and continued training throughout the career.

Required profile

• Willingness to work under immediate supervision in a progressive training environment.
• Ability to meet Georgia DPS eligibility requirements (no prior law‑enforcement experience required).
• Commitment to a career in public safety and transportation enforcement.

Required skills

• Ability to operate electronic inspection equipment.

What we offer

• Starting salary of $48,843 for Cadets with clear career‑path salary progression.
• Traditional pension plan (1% per year of service) plus a 401(k) with employer match up to 15%.
• Eligibility for the Peace Officers' Annuity and Benefit Fund.
• Statewide assignments and opportunities for specialized training.