Campus Police Officer - Gulfport

Campus Police Officer - Gulfport

Location:

15200 Community Road, Gulfport, Mississippi 39503, United States

Employment Type:

Part-Time | Rotating

The Police Officer performs general public safety, law enforcement duties and investigations in the protection of life and property. He/She is responsible for the prevention of crimes, apprehension of criminals, and enforcement of all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Officer must have a confident, even‑tempered, tolerant, and knowledgeable background in law enforcement procedures and techniques. The Officer must have a neat appearance, demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills, and exhibit the ability to work quickly and effectively in difficult situations.

Respect for the rights, property, and privacy of others is required, along with a professional image at all times. The Officer will interrelate well with all hospital departments, employees, patients, visitors, medical staff members, the public and local law enforcement agencies. Duties include investigating incidents or unusual occurrences, providing follow‑up and documentation, and testifying in a court of law when requested by subpoena.

• Protect and safeguard the campus, staff, patients, visitors, and property from harm or danger.
• Respond to emergencies, calls for assistance, and reported incidents.
• Conduct investigations and gather evidence in accordance with legal and procedural requirements.
• Maintain accurate incident reports and records.
• Conduct patrols and perform preventative crime‑prevention activities.
• Perform duties as assigned by the Senior Police Officer or Security Manager.

• Education
  :
  High school diploma or equivalent required; some college or associate’s degree preferred.
• Experience
  :
  Minimum one (1) year of experience as a law enforcement officer; must meet BLEOST standards.
• Certification
  :
  Must be able to meet MS Board of Law Enforcement Standards and Training certification requirements; required de‑escalation training by the end of orientation (90 days).

The work is moderately active: includes frequent movement, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and traveling within the SRHS service area. The job may involve exposure to body fluids and infectious hazards, and repetitive use of computer equipment.

Requires keen mental faculties, assessment and decision‑making skills, superior communication, emotional stability, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Attention to detail and multitasking in complex situations are required.

Must possess superior customer service skills, professional etiquette, computer proficiency (keyboard, phone, fax, MS Outlook, Word), and clinical judgment appropriate for all age groups. Conducts clinical interactions at campus.

Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information, contact the Hiring Manager or visit the company website.