Entry Level Psychologist Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Position open until 9/2/2026
Salary Range: $63,401.31 - $84,640.75 annually
General Description and Classification Standards
The primary purpose of this position is to supervise those employees that are tasked with the preparation and processing of entries into the Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC), The Police Validations team and all the other responsibilities that are related to those processes. These could include but are not limited to validating and verifying GCIC entries, coordinating communications for the removal and cancellation of GCIC entries, running criminal and driver histories, and performing administrative and clerical functions related to warrants and other GCIC/ Police Validation functions. These must be accomplished while ensuring that the City of Atlanta remains in compliance with the Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) rules and regulations.
Supervision Received
The new Police Validations Manager will be paired with the existing manager for a period of no less than 6 months to aid in the transition. The manager will then report to the Atlanta Police Department Administrative Operations Section Commander within the Chief Administrative Office.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Manages access to the Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and ensures department's compliance with all guidelines, procedures, and state and federal rules and regulations pertaining to the operation of GCIC/NCIC.
• Maintains CJIS related documents, records, and files; adhere to record retention requirements; facilitates and prepares documents for internal and external audits; and compile statistical information for reports, assist with developing department policies and procedures specific to assigned area.
• Ensures accuracy of warrants that are entered or removed from the GCIC and NCIC networks; prepares worksheets to facilitate data entry; and corrects records previously entered system.
• Monitor accuracy of agency's records entered onto on GCIC database by CJIS Network Operators; ensures all GCIC entries are made within the time limitations set forth by the FBI; oversee criminal background investigations conducted for detectives, investigators, patrol officers and court personnel.
• Coordinates activities and ensures staff is trained in the proper use of GCIC/NCIC computer terminals and Security Awareness Training; ensures all employees with access to GCIC/NCIC maintain valid certifications, adhere to GCIC/NCIC requirements, and maintain integrity/security of data.
• Maintain training records of employee certifications and re-certifications records; maintain records of all employees with access to GCIC/NCIC.
• Ensures that the City remains apprised of all current and new regulations set forth by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI).
• Ensures that all GCIC entries are valid; and ensuring that the city has access to all systems that are provided by the GBI and GCIC.
• Develops and conducts staff training to newly hired employees or transfers and conducts training classes to new dispatchers and officers.
• Ensures that staff maintains GCIC certification and adheres to GCIC/NCIC requirements and the integrity and security of the data.
• Ensures that staff prepares monthly validation notices for the Zones and other various investigative units.
• Serve as the Primary Terminal Agency Coordinator (TAC) and N-Dex Agency Coordinator (NAC).
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, business, public administration, or a related field.
2. Four (4) years of working with a law enforcement agency, including a minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.
3. Must be in good physical condition and pass a medical examination at the time of hire.
4. Must pass an interview, written exercise, background check, criminal history check, credit check, psychological exam, and drug screen.
5. No Felony convictions, no more than 3 misdemeanor convictions.
6. Experience running and interpreting criminal and driver's history required.

Licensures and Certifications
Current Georgia Crime Information Center entry-level certification and the ability to annually maintain GCIC Certification at the entry certification level within given timeframes is required for this position.
Preferred Requirements

• Master's degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, business, public administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in auditing, compliance, or a related field.
• Experience in computer software.
• Law Enforcement, military service, and ROTC encouraged.
• TAC certification.
• POST Instructor Certification.

Work Environment
Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.
Lifting Requirements: Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
It is the policy of the City of Atlanta ("COA") that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.
The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran's status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.