Patrick Tolan was leaning toward a career in law enforcement, but a “citizens academy” tour of the Hall County Jail was the clincher.He said he was struck by the camaraderie of deputies, but also, “when I went to ride on patrol, I had the desire to get there one day.”“You have to start at one point and work your way up,” said Tolan, who has worked for the Hall County Sheriff’s Office for 2« years.In Hall, those aspiring to protect and serve behind a badge and gun and while driving a warm patrol car don’t get there overnight. They must start their climb as a jailer, making sure that 1,000 or so confined people charged with various crimes, including rape and murder, tow the line as they go about their daily routines.“It takes a special type of person to do this job,” said Lt. Cindy Mustachio, who manages day-to-day operations. “It’s not for the faint of heart.