Police Officer

Overview

Police Officer

Job : 285021
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time:
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate s, bachelor s, master s and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America s Best Midsize Employers.

Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

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Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA or Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

Office of Public Safety

Actively patrol campus and enforce Georgia Law and University policies, procedures to support and promote a safe campus. This position has been identified by Federal Law (Jeanne Clery Act) as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), with significant student and campus responsibilities. CSA s are obligated to report crimes reported to them which occurred on campus, in public areas bordering campus and in certain non-campus buildings owned or controlled (leased) by the University.

• Patrol campus acting as a deterrent to criminal activity
• Respond to calls for service and assist as needed
• Investigate accidents, crimes and other complaints
• Issue parking citations
• Arrest, process, and transport, suspects accused of violating Georgia law
• Appear and testify in campus judicial and Court hearings
• Perform security checks on campus buildings, parking lots, and residence halls to ensure all buildings are safe and secure
• Complete reports and maintain departmental records
• Appear in court as needed
• Direct traffic and assist stranded motorists by providing unlocks and/or jumpstarts
• Assist other area law enforcement agencies as needed and requested
• Work special events including sporting events, social events, parades, and large gatherings
• Follow departmental safety and risk management policies in performance of work
• Maintain, repair and clean tools, equipment and work areas

Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

Other Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain P.O.S.T. certification in Georgia as a basic law enforcement officer

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Georgia P.O.S.T (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Certified as a basic law enforcement (police) Peace Officer or ability to obtain certification in six months after employment

Preferred Experience

• Related work experience

Proposed Salary: $18.19 - $23.97 per hour

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three (3) Professional References

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to solve problems and think creatively to manage tense situations courteously and tactfully
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of work
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action
• Ability to proficiently use police equipment including vehicle,…