The mission of the Smyrna Police Department is to create a safer community by delivering superior service through innovation, data-driven analytics, and a commitment to community partnerships.

Police Officers operate under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant (Uniform Division) on one of four assigned shifts. They perform general law enforcement duties in an effort to protect life and property, enforce federal, state and local laws, respond to emergency situations, and investigate criminal activity for the well-being of the citizens of the City of Smyrna.

Essential Job Duties

• Patrols streets, industrial parks, businesses, and residential areas within an assigned zone in the city to reduce criminal activity.
• Enforces city ordinances, state and federal statutes, and other regulations for which the Police Department is responsible; enforces the traffic code of Georgia, issues citations, and/or makes arrests as appropriate
• Answers calls for service in a timely, professional, appropriate manner; provides immediate response in emergency situations; uses proper judgment in resolving emergency situations
• Conducts accident investigations and provides preliminary first aid as needed
• Prepares detailed reports regarding calls for service received while on duty
• Transports prisoners to the appropriate facilities
• Initiates criminal investigations and assists detectives, as needed
• May be called upon to work special assignments, as needed