Police Corporal

Posting Number: S15870P

Working Title:

POLICE CORPORAL

Department: UGA Police Department

About the University of Georgia:
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

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Posting Type:
Internal (PEP)

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:
Full Time

Work Schedule:

Rotating Schedule

Advertised Salary:
Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date: 10/08/2026

Open until filled:
No

Closing Date: 10/15/2026

Proposed Starting Date: 11/22/2026

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement:
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

USG Core Values Statement:
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy  Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Classification

Title:

Police Corporal I

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent, completion of specified training, and 2 years of service at a level of "meets expectations" or higher.

• Two or more years within the University of Georgia Police Department as a Sworn Officer

Position Summary:

This is regular or special detail police work in protecting life and property on the university campus. Work involves professional response to the need for the prevention and detection of crimes, and for generally maintaining law and order. Work also involves patrolling assigned area, traffic enforcement, accident reporting, and criminal investigations. Assignments are received from superior officers and are carried out under established policies and procedures.

However, employee will exercise quick, independent, and sound judgment and display initiative in applying work methods to emergency situations which arise when superior officers are not immediately available. Work has dedication to public service often made difficult by emotional or physical stress of events. Work is reviewed through conferences, written reports, inspections, and observation of results obtained.

• Knowledge of standard police practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of the university properties, population, and traffic control problems.
• Knowledge of fire prevention techniques.
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine the proper course of action.
• Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, and tactfully and with respect for the rights of others.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly under emergency conditions.
• Ability to obtain information through interview, interrogation, and observation.
• Ability to understand and execute difficult oral and written instructions.
• Ability to express ideas clearly, orally and in writing, and to prepare…