jurisdiction of the agency. Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES*:
- Provides patrol shift coverage
- Provides for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting life and property, preventing crime, performing vehicular and pedestrian traffic direction
- Demonstrates successful engagement of the community oriented policing philosophy
- Enforces all applicable codes, ordinances, laws and regulations (both traffic and criminal)
- Renders aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries
- Interviews victims, suspects, and witnesses; prepares reports that document incidents and activities, and reviews facts to determine if criminal acts or statute violations exist
- Testifies in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent and at least 21 years of age
Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license
Successfully completed State of Georgia mandated Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) training (physically and scholastically) and comply with all POST requirements within one (1) year of employment
Must maintain Georgia POST Peace Officer Basic Certification
May be required to obtain and maintain additional certifications as related to assignment
Successfully pass the Georgia POST-mandated Physical Ability Test prior to their assigned academy date, if applicable (only for candidates required to attend the Basic Law Enforcement Training Course)
Required Experience
On the job training
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
POST Intermediate, Advanced, Supervisory, or Managerial Certificate, POST Instructor Certification, POST Designated Instructor Certification, Other Specialty Certifications
Community Outreach experience preferred
Preferred Educational Qualifications
An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Preferred Experience
Community Outreach experience preferred
Volunteer experience with a community service organization preferred
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Able to fulfill all the essential duties of a police officer
Able to learn and enforce Georgia laws/federal laws/applicable university/Board of Regents rules/regulations
Able to relate with the public/other law enforcement agencies in coordinating activities/resolving issues
Must be committed to and demonstrate successful engagement of the community oriented policing philosophy
Able to attend law enforcement training programs at the state/region/national level
Able to use office equipment/computer/software, word processing/database mgmt./applications/e-mail
Able to work after hours/weekends/holidays, called into work for emergencies/disasters
Able to effectively relate to the public and representatives of other law enforcement agencies
Able to work scheduled shifts (typically 12 hours)
Able to continuously wear/properly gait wearing the assigned equipment/equipment belt 12-25 lbs.
Able to maneuver in and out of assigned KSU patrol vehicle(s) throughout the shift
Able to act on/respond to physical altercations
Able to occasionally lift and/or pull 150-300 lbs.
Able to conduct foot patrol as scheduled, typically 3 hours/shift
Able to provide patrol shift coverage/patrol surge staffing; being dispatched to calls for service
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient in the use of position related equipment, including but not limited to police vehicle, 2-way radio, computer, lethal and non-lethal weapons and restraint devices
Demonstrates a high degree of honesty, integrity, and ethics
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
