Public Safety Corporal - University Police

Public Safety Corporal - University Police

As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission.

The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values.

Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice
civility, integrity,and
citizenship
.As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University.

Civility
- A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being.

Integrity
- Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty.

Citizenship
- Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help.

As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles
Civility, Integrity,and
Citizenship
.

Supervise and participate in assigned public safety functions, including but not limited to investigative and patrol functions.

Based on the recent Proclamation:
Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers (H-1B), VSU will not be sponsoring any new H-1B visa petitions until further notice.

• Patrol - 25%:
  Patrol campus on foot and in a vehicle to detect and deter crime, to enforce campus policies, and to provide security; enforces local, state, and federal laws.
• Respond to calls - 20%:
  Respond to calls for service from students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and provides assistance in a variety of emergency and non-emergency settings.
• Assist supervisor - 15%:
  Assist the supervisor in training and directing the work of personnel, in conducting uniform and equipment inspections, and in reviewing and evaluating the performance of personnel.
• Provide security - 15%:
  Provide security for campus events and activities. Lock and unlock doors. Control traffic flow when needed.
• Investigation - 15%:
  Investigate crimes and traffic accidents; gather evidence and interviews witnesses, victims, and suspects; prepare related reports.
• Prepare reports - 10%:
  Prepare a variety or regular and special reports, including incident reports, and reviews reports completed by subordinates.

Required Experience
High school diploma and three (3) years of related work experience. Certification by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia.

$25.72/hr ($53,500/annual)

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line athttps://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

• professional references with current contact information
• documentation of academic credentials
• employment history

Please note that during the search process, VSU reserves the right to:

• ask c andidates who will serve in Positions of Trust to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment,
• view social media outlets, and
• remove job postings without additional notification.

Employment is contingent upon:

• successful completion of a background check investigation, including a criminal background check
• reference checks

Employment may also be contingent upon the job-based requirements if applicable for your position:

• satisfactory credit check
• successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• pre-employment drug testing
• confirmation of credentials

After initial…