"Police Officer 2"

Job Details

Job Title: Police Officer 2

Location: Augusta University

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 292446

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care... Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics... The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions...

Location

Augusta University
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information

The mission of the Augusta University Police Department is to promote a safe atmosphere...

Job Summary

This position is reserved for police officer positions who have already obtained their Georgia Police Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Mandate course...

Responsibilities

• Prepare required documents and reports.
• Effect arrests and restrain persons consistent with the tenants of probable cause and reasonable suspicion.
• Conduct investigations, collect and identify evidence, question principals and witnesses, testify in court.
• Conduct safety escorts.
• Assist police dispatcher as necessary.
• Patrol a designated area of the University projecting a community-oriented policing mindset, preserve law and order...
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
High School Diploma or GED from a recognized State or Federal accredited organization

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must possess good moral and ethical character
• Must be a certified police officer through Georgia P.O.S.T. or eligible for the Equivalency of Training (EoT) program through Georgia P.O.S.T.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Federal Communication's Rules and Regulations.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge and skill in the use of firearms
• Knowledge of standard police practices and techniques
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases
• Ability to maintain complex records; Perform well under stress in a calm, efficient manner
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and make responsible decisions especially decisions regarding use of force

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Rotating

Pay Band: 9

Salary: $23.46/hour

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications... Recruitment Period: 01/02/2026 - Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits...

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review... https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

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