Dunwoody police add public safety ambassadors to help with non-emergency calls

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Dunwoody police have launched their new Public Safety Ambassador program, designed to enhance public safety and improve response times.

The ambassadors are civilian employees who support officers by responding to non-emergency calls, helping stranded drivers, and checking on traffic hazards.

The program allows the department to keep more sworn officers available for serious calls.

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The program was approved by the city council in May 2024 and designated funding for four Public Safety Ambassador positions.

Two ambassadors have already completed training for the program, which includes classroom instruction followed by several weeks of hands-on, on-the-job training with a sworn officer.

The department is recruiting candidates to fill their two remaining ambassador positions.

For more information on the positions, visit the city’s career opportunities website.

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