Police Officer

Job Summary

The position of Police Officer is a regular, and/or special detail position, providing general law enforcement and service-related duties for the Georgia College & State University community. To perform these duties, employees in this position must possess, or be able to obtain, and maintain, certification as a peace officer, pursuant to the rules of the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council.

Work involves knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, in addition to policies and procedures of the Board of Regents of the State of Georgia, Georgia College & State University, and the department of Public Safety. Employees assigned to this position must be able to demonstrate the ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making within the limits prescribed by laws, rules, regulation, policies, and procedures.

Work requires professionalism in protecting and safeguarding communities, which is often accompanied by emotional and/or physical stress from rapidly evolving events.

Responsibilities

Patrol - 50

• Conduct routine vehicle, foot, bicycle, and alternative patrol of Georgia College & State University properties, and the surrounding area pursuant to statutory jurisdictions.
• Patrol shall facilitate the detection and deterrence of crime, criminal activity, and suspicious activity for Georgia College & State University properties.
• Respond to calls of service and assist as needed.
• Investigate accidents, crimes and other complaints.
• Issue Citations.
• Direct traffic and assist stranded motorists by providing unlocks and/or jumpstarts.

Law Enforcement - 15

• This position requires employees to utilize sound discretion and decision making skills when determining appropriate responses to violations of federal, state, local, and traffic laws.
• Arrest, process, and transport suspects accused of violating laws.
• Appear and testify in campus judicial and court hearings as needed.

Reporting - 5

• Provide adequate documentation of public safety actions, including the authoring of incident reports, arrest and booking reports, use of force reports, supplemental reports, traffic citations, and other documents related to safety and security initiatives on campus.
• Such documentation may include written reports, diagrams, sketches, and other representations of reported circumstances.

Safety and Security Activities - 15

Perform relevant safety and security functions that enhance public safety within the Georgia College & State University community. Such functions include: developing positive police-community relations, facilitating the physical security of campus properties, the performance of first-aid in response to medical distress, the enhancement of emergency response to a variety of natural and man-made hazards.

Communications - 10

Effectively communicate with other departmental personnel in the field, and as a reserve communications officer in the Georgia College & State University communications center.

Other - 5

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Must possess a high school diploma or accredited GED equivalent

Other Required Qualifications

Must be able to successfully pass a comprehensive background check... Must possess a valid driver's license... Must possess, or be able to obtain and maintain certification as a peace officer...

Required Experience

Must have 2 years of work history, not necessarily in a related field, OR a combination of educational attainment and work history

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Attainment of an Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Certification as a peace officer pursuant to the rules of the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council.

Preferred Experience

Experience in a higher education environment.

Proposed Salary

The salary range would start at a minimum of $40,729.00 to a maximum of $59,068.00.

Required Documents to Attach

• List of References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• The ability to safely operate a motor vehicle...
• ... (full list abbreviated for brevity)

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of standard police practices...

SKILLS

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Skill in furnishing first aid...

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position. This position has financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

Background Check

• Criminal Background Check
• Credit Check
• Drug Screening