Officials said the move is aimed at helping the department compete for candidates in a tight hiring market across the region.
JONESBORO, Ga. — The city of Jonesboro is boosting pay for its police officers in an effort to improve recruitment and retention amid ongoing staffing challenges.
During an April 6 work session, the mayor and city council approved a salary increase that raises the starting pay for newly-hired sworn law enforcement officers from $53,472 to $60,000 annually. Officials said the move is aimed at helping the department compete for candidates in a tight hiring market across
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