Investigator, Law​/Legal, Police Officer

Location : JSU Main Campus, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
College/Division: Public Safety
Opening Date: 06/18/2025

Description
The Department of Public Safety at Jackson State University is accepting applications for its Investigator position.
Examples of Duties

• Investigator responsible for assisting. in the apprehension of all suspects or offenders.
• Cooperate and assist other units within the department.
• Act as a liaison officer between this Department and other police departments and law enforcement agencies.
• Be familiar with the law and departmental procedures and policies surrounding the handling of suspect, crime scene control, care of prisoners, and presentation of evidence in court.
• Analyze completed police reports to determine what additional information and investigative work is needed.
• Prepare charges or response to charges or information in court cases according to procedures.
• Investigate promptly and diligently all crimes assigned.
• Follow up all cases until there is a final disposition or the case is declared inactive.
• Perform all other duties assigned or directed by the Director of Public Safety.

Typical Qualifications

• Applicant must have a High School Diploma or GED, plus two years of college or with at least 60 college hours toward a degree.
• Applicant must demonstrate oral and written communication skills and the potential to exhibit control in crisis situations.
• Applicant must have five (5) years of Law Enforcement Experience.
• Applicant must have a valid MS driver's license and he able to pass a criminal history check (local and NCIC).
• BLEOST (Board Law Enforcement of Standards & Training) certification is required.
• Applicant should display his/her ability to work well with all officers with no personal conflicts and have no serious disciplinary actions on file.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the complete benefits package.

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Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Specialist degree
• Ph.D
• G.E.D.
• Juris Doctorate

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Can you, if hired, provide proof of education?

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• No

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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

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