Police Officer - CO (Cochran Campus)
Inside Higher Ed, Atlanta, GA, United States
Job Title: Police Officer - CO (Cochran Campus)
Location: MGA Cochran
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 296884
Job Summary
This position is responsible for enforcing state and local laws as well as campus regulations and for protecting life and property for Middle Georgia State University.
Responsibilities
Patrols to detect and deter crime and to offer assistance when needed.
Enforces parking regulations; issues citations.
Prepares required reports.
Checks the security of buildings.
Investigates suspicious activities or persons.
Investigates traffic accidents and criminal or non‑criminal incidents.
Makes arrests and issues citations to individuals who have committed a crime.
Testifies in court as required.
Provides assistance to motorists.
Responds to emergency incidents.
Provides security and traffic enforcement at special events.
Responds to calls for maintenance issues and relays information as needed.
Performs related duties.
Assists local jurisdictions as outlined in the Georgia mutual aid act.
Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) as defined by the Jeanne Clery Act.
Required Qualifications
Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Police Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia.
Ability to attend and successfully complete basic police academy.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Post‑certified peace officer with knowledge of public safety principles as related to university campuses.
Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles and practices.
Knowledge of community policing principles.
Knowledge of emergency preparedness, response and recovery principles.
Skill in the operation of specialized law enforcement equipment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles and practices.
Knowledge of community policing principles.
Knowledge of emergency preparedness, response and recovery principles.
Knowledge of public safety principles as related to college campuses.
Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority.
Skill in the operation of computers and job‑related software programs.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life Insurance
Sick LeaveVacation Leave
Parental Leave
Retirement
Employee discounts
Tuition reimbursement
Equal Employment Opportunity
Middle Georgia State University is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment that supports the dignity of all members of the University community. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Middle Georgia State University. The University prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status. No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.
Background Check
Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check. Successful completion of the investigation will confirm employment eligibility and verify credentials and employment history. If applicable, a satisfactory credit check will also be required.
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Location: MGA Cochran
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 296884
Job Summary
This position is responsible for enforcing state and local laws as well as campus regulations and for protecting life and property for Middle Georgia State University.
Responsibilities
Patrols to detect and deter crime and to offer assistance when needed.
Enforces parking regulations; issues citations.
Prepares required reports.
Checks the security of buildings.
Investigates suspicious activities or persons.
Investigates traffic accidents and criminal or non‑criminal incidents.
Makes arrests and issues citations to individuals who have committed a crime.
Testifies in court as required.
Provides assistance to motorists.
Responds to emergency incidents.
Provides security and traffic enforcement at special events.
Responds to calls for maintenance issues and relays information as needed.
Performs related duties.
Assists local jurisdictions as outlined in the Georgia mutual aid act.
Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) as defined by the Jeanne Clery Act.
Required Qualifications
Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Police Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia.
Ability to attend and successfully complete basic police academy.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Post‑certified peace officer with knowledge of public safety principles as related to university campuses.
Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles and practices.
Knowledge of community policing principles.
Knowledge of emergency preparedness, response and recovery principles.
Skill in the operation of specialized law enforcement equipment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles and practices.
Knowledge of community policing principles.
Knowledge of emergency preparedness, response and recovery principles.
Knowledge of public safety principles as related to college campuses.
Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority.
Skill in the operation of computers and job‑related software programs.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life Insurance
Sick LeaveVacation Leave
Parental Leave
Retirement
Employee discounts
Tuition reimbursement
Equal Employment Opportunity
Middle Georgia State University is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment that supports the dignity of all members of the University community. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Middle Georgia State University. The University prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status. No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.
Background Check
Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check. Successful completion of the investigation will confirm employment eligibility and verify credentials and employment history. If applicable, a satisfactory credit check will also be required.
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