Senior Deputy: Sex Offender Registry
2023-04-03 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Forsyth County Public Safety Training Center, 3520 Settingdown Rd, Cumming, GA, 30028, United States
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Senior Deputy: Crime Scene Management
2023-04-04 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Cairo Police Department, 55 3rd Ave NW, Cairo, GA, 39828, United States

2023 Sex Offender Registry: The Basics
2023-04-12 08:00 - 2023-04-13 16:00 | Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, 1000 Sheriffs Way, Madison, GA, 30650, United States
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The Office of Sheriff is mandated by law to register sex offenders. This complicated process requires specialized training to effectively enforce the sex offender registry statutes. Sheriff’s office personnel who are newly assigned to Sex Offender Registration and Enforcement, have not received any formal training, or feel they need a refresher on the basics, are strongly encouraged to attend. This 14-hour course will cover the sex offender laws and basic registration & enforcement procedures.

Space is limited; register early. Deadline to register: April 7, 2023.

The GSA will NOT reserve a block of rooms for students for this event. Suggested hotel accommodations are:

James Madison Inn260 W. Washington StreetMadison, GA 30650706-342-7040Holiday Inn Express1041 Ramada LaneMadison, GA 30650706-342-9190Hampton Inn2012 Eatonton RoadMadison, GA 30650706-342-9003

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Registration: 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. (Training Lobby)

Training: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Thursday, April 23, 2023

Training: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

This training includes an interactive session for attendees to enter test record information into the SORT database. It is recommended that each student:

Bring a laptop or tablet to the class and

Obtain a user ID and password for the SORT program and SSL VPN prior to the training from the GCIC website at http://gcicweb.gbi.state.ga.us

Registration Fee: $90 (Non-refundable fee covers cost of the current SOR Manual & flash drive containing class materials.)

You must pre-register by completing this on-line registration form below.

Registration Deadline: April 7, 2023.

The confirmation email is only received by the email address of the individual completing this form. If you are not the attendee please forward the confirmation email to the attendee.

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*Note: The SOR Basic 101 training includes an interactive session for attendees to enter test record information into the SORT database. It is recommended that each student obtain a user id and password for the SORT program and SSL VPN prior to the training. Request forms for SORT and SSL VPN user id and passwords are available on the GCIC website at http://gcicweb.gbi.state.ga.us

Dress: Business – casual dress is welcome, unless your agency requires you to wear your uniform; just remember you are representing your sheriff’s office. You may want to bring a jacket in case the classroom is chilly.

Senior Deputy: Office of Sheriff
2023-04-13 15:00 - 18:00 | Candler County Sheriff’s Office, 1015 E. Hiawatha Street, Metter, GA, 30439, United States

80/45 Hour Basic Jail Officer Course
2023-04-17 08:00 - 2023-04-28 17:00 | Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, 555 Stan Evans Drive, Jefferson, GA, 30549, United States
This mandated certification course provides basic training for jail officers.An employee supervising inmates – in any capacity – must be a certified jail officer.An online POST application MUST be completed and approved 2 days PRIOR to the class start date.

Questions? Contact Kim Slack or Bill Hallsworth at 770-914-1076.

Senior Deputy: Bonding Procedures
2023-04-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Cairo Police Department, 55 3rd Ave NW, Cairo, GA, 39828, United States

Senior Deputy: Office of the Sheriff
2023-04-20 08:00 - 11:00 | Floyd County Sheriff’s Office, 2526 New Calhoun Highway Northeast, Rome, GA, 30161, United States

Senior Deputy: Bonding Procedures
2023-04-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Candler County Sheriff’s Office, 1015 E. Hiawatha Street, Metter, GA, 30439, United States

2023 Command Staff Conference
2023-04-25 08:30 - 2023-04-27 12:30 | Legacy Lodge at Lanier Islands, 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford, GA, 30518, United States
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This three-day conference provides specialized training for all chief deputies and upper level command staff responsible for sheriff’s office operations. Extensive training on topics relevant to the Office of Sheriff and command staff responsibilities are scheduled. The focus will be on strategic planning, civil liabilities, leadership, certification of personnel, Office of Sheriff mandates, and more.

Up to 14 hours of P.O.S.T. credit may be earned if the conference is attended in its entirety.

Legacy Lodge at Lanier Islands7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy.Buford, GA 30518770-945-8787

The daily per room resort fee has been waived and includes entrance gate fee, valet or daily parking, in-room wireless high speed internet, in-room coffee, daily newspapers in the lobby and turndown service (upon request). Also included is unlimited use of the Fitness Center, outdoor heated saltwater lounging pool, poolside and courtyard fire pits, Business Center computers and printers, plus miles of hiking and biking trails. Meals are not included in these rates.Lanier Islands Legacy Lodge is a Non Smoking Facility.

Lodge Accomodations: $189 per room, per night

RESERVATIONS: Please call the hotel directly at 770-945-8787 or 800-768-5253 to make individual reservations or click on the online reservation link here.

Please note: Once you click on the above link, on the next page that opens, you must select your dates of stay, then click on the green box that says “Confirm dates of stay”. When the next page appears, you’ll select your room type and proceed with your booking.Cutoff date: March 25 or until rooms are sold out.

Monday, April 244:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.RegistrationTuesday, April 257:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.Registration8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.TRAINING11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Exhibitor Registration11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Lunch on your own1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.TRAINING3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Reception with Exhibitors6:30 p.m. Exhibitor BreakdownWednesday, April 268:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.TRAINING11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Lunch provided1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.TRAINING7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Hospitality sponsored by Legacy Comissary ServicesThursday, April 278:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.TRAINING

Registration Fee: $350 {Non-refundable after April 20, 2023}

Important Note: Due to limited space, the attendance cannot exceed 200 people. Please try to limit the number of attendees that you register. In order to allow for more counties to attend, GSA will monitor the numbers and may request some counties to limit their number of attendees.

You must pre-register by completing the online registration form below.

Any staff member who attends must also complete registration online and pay the registration fee.

Registration Deadline: April 20, 2023.

A registration confirmation email will be sent to the email address in the Billing Details section, and a separate confirmation will be sent to the attendee’s email.

Registration fees are non-refundable for cancellations made 10 days or less prior to the starting date of the training event.

Registration has reached its limit and is closed.

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Visit this site after April 20, 2023 for final training details. Essential details may include a tentative agenda, training materials, registration/training times, or other important information.

Student Agenda

80/45 Hour Basic Jail Officer Course
2023-05-01 08:00 - 2023-05-12 17:00 | Walker County Sheriff’s Office, 105 South Duke Street, LaFayette, GA, 30728, United States

Senior Deputy: Bonding Procedures
2023-05-02 08:00 - 10:00 | Thomas County Sheriff’s Office, 921 Smith Avenue, Thomasville, GA, 31799, United States

Basic SWAT School
2023-05-07 08:00 - 2023-05-12 17:00 | GA

Senior Deputy: Court Services
2023-05-08 08:00 - 2023-05-09 17:00 | Forsyth County Public Safety Training Center, 3520 Settingdown Rd, Cumming, GA, 30028, United States

Open Records Training Seminar
2023-05-10 07:30 - 12:00 | Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, 1000 Sheriffs Way, Madison, GA, 30650, United States
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Pursuant to the Georgia Open Records Law, all state, county, and municipal records, except those specifically exempted from being open to inspection by the general public, shall be open for a personal inspection by any citizen of this state at a reasonable time and place. It is those records not subject to public disclosure or portions of records that must be redacted that raises questions. It is critical that law enforcement be as well informed as possible regarding the laws governing the access of the public to the information that government has.

Due to the overwhelming requests for training on this topic, GSA is offering an Open Records for Law Enforcement training. Presented by Cheryl Payton with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, this approximate 4-hour class is scheduled for May 10, 2023. Each student will receive a copy of the 2014 edition of Georgia Law Enforcement and the Open Records Act “blue book”.

There is no registration fee for this class. The class is limited to 68 students. Please register early.

Registration deadline: April 26, 2023

The location for this training is:

The GSA will NOT reserve a block of rooms for students for this event. However, if you need lodging, you may consider these area hotels for accommodations Hotel Accommodations must be sought by the student, requesting the hotel’s government rate. Recommended hotels are:

Holiday Inn Express1041 Ramada LandMadison, GA 30650706-342-9190Government Rate $121The James Madison Inn2160 W Washington StMadison, GA 30650706-342-7040*Call for pricing – mention Law Enforcement Training at the GSAHampton Inn2021 Eatonton RoadMadison, GA 30650706-342-9003Government Rate $96

Wednesday, May 10 at: Georgia Sheriffs’ Association

Registration7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Training8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

You must pre-register by completing the on-line registration form.

Registration deadline is April 26, 2023

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Visit this site after May 5th for final training details. Essential details may include a tentative agenda, training materials, changes to class location or registration/training times, or other important information.

Senior Deputy: Sex Offender Registry
2023-05-11 09:00 - 11:00 | Floyd County Sheriff’s Office, 2526 New Calhoun Highway Northeast, Rome, GA, 30161, United States
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Senior Deputy: Ethics
2023-05-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Candler County Sheriff’s Office, 1015 E. Hiawatha Street, Metter, GA, 30439, United States

Senior Deputy: Civil Process
2023-05-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Floyd County Sheriff’s Office, 2526 New Calhoun Highway Northeast, Rome, GA, 30161, United States

Senior Deputy: Prisoner Transports
2023-05-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Candler County Sheriff’s Office, 1015 E. Hiawatha Street, Metter, GA, 30439, United States

Senior Deputy: Sex Offender Registry
2023-05-24 09:00 - 11:00 | Warren County Sheriff’s Office, 169 GA Hwy 80 N, Warrenton, GA, 30828, United States

Senior Deputy: Crime Scene Management
2023-05-24 12:00 - 16:00 | Warren County Sheriff’s Office, 169 GA Hwy 80 N, Warrenton, GA, 30828, United States

Jail Training Officer (JTO)
2023-06-05 07:30 - 2023-06-09 17:00 | Effingham County Sheriff’s Office, 130 West First Street, Springfield, GA, 31329, United States
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The Jail Training Officer’s primary goal is to prepare the newly hired trainee to perform at an acceptable level and become an asset to the jail division. During this process, the JTO will train, observe, and evaluate the progress of each trainee. The mission of each JTO is to give each trainee the utmost opportunuty to succeed in his training, correct the trainee when mistakes are made, and maximize the safety of the trainee. In addition, this is the JTO’s introduction to leadership and advisory skills. This 40-hour training course will provide the JTO the knowledge and skills required as they prepare for future supervisory positions.

Employees of Georgia’s Sheriff’s offices serving as jail officers, demonstrating excellent knowledge of jail operations and exhibiting a desirable work ethic and commitment to excellence, possessing very good interpersonal skills and a willingness to train newly appointed jail officers, are excellent candidates as part of their respective facility’s Jail Training and Evaluation Program.

Upon passing the test and meeting the employment requirements, the student may apply for his JTO Certification through POST.

Pre-requiste: The student must be a P.O.S.T. certified jail officer with a minimum of three years jail officer experience, with the past year serving with your current agency.

Hotel Accommodations must be sought by the student, requesting the hotel’s government rate. Recommended hotels are:

Wingate-Port Wentworth7210 GA Highway 21, Port Wentworth GA 31407912-385-4260Super 8 by Wyndham Port Wentworth7200 GA Highway 21, Port Wentworth GA 31407912-965-9393Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham105 Travelers Way, Port Wentworth GA 31407800-329-1073Hampton Inn-Savannah7050 GA-21, Port Wentworth GA 31407912-966-2000Country Inn & Suites by Radisson200 Raley Road, Port Wentworth GA 31407912-428-5185Inn at Mulberry Grove101 Oleary Rd Port Wentworth GA 31407912-965-9666

Class begins promptly at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, June 5th at the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office, and concludes no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 9th.

A student must attend 95% of the course to receive P.O.S.T. credit and apply for JTO certification. Therefore, a student is dismissed from the course if more than two hours of the course is missed.

A written test scoring 80% or higher, AND passing the final practical, is required to pass this course. If the student fails the test or the practical, P.O.S.T, rules dictate a retest is NOT optional nor will the student receive credit for the course. The course must be attended in its entirety again.

Dress is business casual; no t-shirts. Jeans are allowed if neat and in good repair. Remember, you are a professional jail officer representing your sheriff’s office.

Bring pen and paper, and a positive attitude.

Each student will receive a copy of the JTEP Administrative Trainee Manual, JTO Student Manual, and other identified documentation.

You must pre-register by completing the online registration form below.

Registration deadline is May 22, 2023.

Class is limited to 20 students.

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The Onsite Coordinator for Effingham County is Lt. Derick Seckinger. He may be reached via email at dseckinger@effinghamcounty.org or phone 912-754-9715, Ext. 4240.

Visit this page after May 22, 2023 for additional details about the class. Essential details may include a tentative agenda, training materials, changes to class location or registration/training times, or other important information.

Senior Deputy: Crime Scene Management
2023-06-05 08:00 - 12:00 | Forsyth County Public Safety Training Center, 3520 Settingdown Rd, Cumming, GA, 30028, United States

Senior Deputy: Office of Sheriff
2023-06-06 08:30 - 11:30 | Camden County Sheriff’s Office Training Center, 7140 US Highway 17, Woodbine, GA, 31569, United States

Senior Deputy: Bonding Procedures
2023-06-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Floyd County Sheriff’s Office, 2526 New Calhoun Highway Northeast, Rome, GA, 30161, United States

Senior Deputy: Bonding Procedures
2023-06-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Camden County Sheriff’s Office Training Center, 7140 US Highway 17, Woodbine, GA, 31569, United States

Senior Deputy: Public Relations
2023-06-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Candler County Sheriff’s Office, 1015 E. Hiawatha Street, Metter, GA, 30439, United States

Senior Deputy: Mental Transports
2023-06-13 08:30 - 12:30 | Camden County Sheriff’s Office Training Center, 7140 US Highway 17, Woodbine, GA, 31569, United States

Senior Deputy: Sex Offender Registry
2023-06-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Camden County Sheriff’s Office Training Center, 7140 US Highway 17, Woodbine, GA, 31569, United States
