"Police Officer"

Job Description

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers. Our mission and values can be found at https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php.

The University System of Georgia's Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct, and Freedom of Expression policy at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University, Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912; 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 for the university's teaching, discovery, clinical care, and service mission through traditional and progressive law enforcement practices and strong community partnership.

Job Summary

The Police Officer position provides a professional and timely response for the detection and control of crime; generally maintain law and order and protect life and property.

Responsibilities

• Patrol a designated area of the University, preserve law and order, be alert for and control commission of crimes.
• Lock and unlock buildings for faculty, students, and employees; provide escort services as needed.
• Answer calls and/or complaints of fire or other accidents, and enforce traffic regulations.
• Prepare necessary records and reports.
• Assist police dispatcher as necessary.
• Exercise quick, sound judgment and apply prescribed procedures to emergency situations; restrain uncooperative persons.
• Conduct investigations - collect and identify evidence, question principals and witnesses, testify in court.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent from a recognized State or Federal accredited organization. Must be 18 years of age, have a valid driver's license, have first aid skills, possess moral and ethical character, and be POST certified or able to gain certification by POST Academy.

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, exercise sound judgement and make responsible decisions especially regarding use of force.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F. Pay Band: 8. Salary: $21.83/hour - $21.91/hour. Recruitment Period: 2/4/25 - Until Filled. Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, retirement options, vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays for full-time employees.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates must pass a Background Check. Additional requirements may include credit check, motor vehicle reports, medical examination, drug screen, psychological examination, and successfully complete POST certification requirements.