Police Officer
Job Details
Police Officer
Job ID: 300214
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. ...
Job Summary
Performs a variety of basic duties as a sworn peace officer related to the protection of life and property, enforcement of criminal and traffic laws, prevention of crime, preservation of the public peace, apprehension of suspected law violators, and the rendering of aid or service in accordance with the mission, goals, and objectives of the Georgia Southern University Division of Public Safety.
Responsibilities
- Engage in pro-active law enforcement patrol functions on foot and in motor vehicles to detect and deter crime, protect life and property, preserve order, and to render service or aid
- Respond to, address, and document alarm calls, medical emergencies/injuries, crisis situations, motor vehicle crashes, calls for service, complaints, lost/recovered property, reports of damage, public nuisance, criminal activity, suspicious circumstances, or hazardous / unsafe conditions
- Perform rescue functions in accidents, emergencies, and disasters, including neutralizing threats, administering emergency medical aid, lifting, dragging, or removing people from hazardous situations
- Conduct initial and follow-up investigations into criminal, non-criminal, and traffic-related violations by gathering evidence, conducting interviews, and filing written reports
- Enforces state laws / ordinances through the exercise of independent judgment in determining reasonable suspicion to detain, probable cause to search and/or arrest, and determining when force should be used and to what degree
- Arrest, process, and transport suspect(s) accused of law violations
- Enforce University policies and regulations through administrative referral
- Provide testimony before courts of law and at administrative hearings
- Fulfill annual professional development/training requirements as prescribed by the Georgia P.O.S.T. Council, Georgia Southern University, and the Division of Public Safety
- Promote positive campus relations through delivery of crime prevention programming and active involvement in campus events
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Other Required Qualifications
Georgia P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer Certification or ability to obtain within (12) months of hire
Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated (Class C or higher)
Required Experience
At least 21 years old
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Georgia P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer Certification (in good standing)
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Experience
Prior law enforcement / public safety work experience
Proposed Salary
$23.29 - $29.54 per hour
This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Four (4) Professional References
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