Public Safety Officer; Pool

Position: Public Safety Officer (Applicant Pool)

Public Safety Officer (Applicant Pool)

Location: Americus, Georgia

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job : 276517

About Us

Georgia Southwestern State University – a four-year institution – cultivates excellence in learning and teaching that encourages intellectual, personal, and social growth for students, faculty, staff, and the community. GSUS is a comprehensive state university within the University System of Georgia that offers a full range of bachelor degree programs, along with selected master’s and specialist degree programs.

GSUS is committed to serving the needs of its developing region with educational programs for high school, for professional and technical graduates; post‑graduate professional training; research and business services; and cultural enrichment. Through its national and international affiliations, the University links Southwest Georgia with the global economy and actively fosters a greater understanding of international business and culture.

Job Summary

GSU Police Officers are responsible for the safety and security of the campus community, including students, faculty, staff, and visitors. They perform a variety of duties related to the protection of life and property, enforcement of criminal and traffic laws, prevention of crime, and preservation of public peace. Officers perform basic police services in accordance with the mission, goals, and objectives of the Georgia Southwestern State University Public Safety department and in compliance with governing federal and state laws.

GSU offers a comprehensive benefits package. Full‑time employees are eligible for the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP). Health, dental, vision, life, and other insurance options are available to employees of the University of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Advise and respond to calls and complaints involving fire, traffic control, accidents, robberies, and other crimes.
• Conduct active patrol and police escorts.
• Patrol campus grounds; check doors, windows, gates, and parking lots to ensure security.
• Attend MISC meetings and conduct campus event security.
• Enforce traffic laws and assist in traffic control; secure all buildings daily.
• Investigate crimes against persons and property; collect evidence and secure crime scenes.
• Prepare various records and reports and testify or participate in court proceedings as needed.
• Perform related duties as required.

Required Qualifications Educational Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.

Other

Required Qualifications

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Police Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia.

Required Experience

More than one year of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge

• Standard police practices and techniques.
• Campus properties, population, and traffic control problems.
• Local, state, and federal laws.
• Fire prevention techniques.

Skills

• Decision‑making under emergency conditions.
• Use and care of firearms.
• Oral and written communications.
• Emergency medical procedures.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about this posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at 229‑931‑2000 or by email at hr.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251‑2644 or oneusgsupport.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University takes action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Georgia Southwestern State University, as determined by the University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check and drug screen.

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