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Job Title Campus Police Officer - Jackson County Job Description
The Campus Police Officer will report directly to the Chief of Campus Police. The successful candidate will ensure the safety of the campus community by maintaining law and order on campus and enforcing the College rules and regulations and laws of the State of Mississippi. The officer will investigate campus incidents and criminal acts such as larcenies, vandalism, disturbances, as well as respond to all campus emergencies.
Job Duties
Ensure safety of campus community by enforcing Mississippi state laws and campus rules and regulations, using appropriate procedures.
Complete and submit all required reports, logs and forms.
Report safety hazards found on campus to appropriate personnel.
Perform public relations tasks such as provide directions to visitors and assist the campus community whenever possible.
Maintain the motor pool.
Lock /unlock doors as required and ensure security of campus buildings.
Check buildings using the Proxi Pen Point System.
Tum security lighting on/off as required.
Assist in the supervision of student activities when requested by appropriate administrators.
Prepare all necessary evidence for Campus Judicial hearings and/or criminal court.
Investigate campus crimes and incidents.
Monitor and enforce all traffic and parking regulations.
Inform Chief of Police and appropriate administrators of major campus incidents daily or as needed.
Issue parking decals and student ID's to students.
Cooperate with and assist the maintenance department.
Make bank deposits as needed.
Maintain a good working relationship with other law enforcement and emergency response agencies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief of Police and Dean of Business Services.
Perform criminal background checks.
Mandatory Qualifications
(M1) Hold a current Professional Certificate awarded by the Board on Law Enforcement Standards and Training of the State of Mississippi (qualified Mississippi Law Enforcement Officer under the Provisions of Chapter 474, General Laws of Mississippi, 1981).
(M2) Ability to perform physically active duties.
(M3) Exceptional communication and customer service skills.
(M4) Demonstrated experience in use of computers and related software.
(M5) Pass a background investigation.
(M6) Complete official college application form, resume, and transcripts.
Desirable Qualifications
(D1) Two-years law enforcement experience.
(D2) First Aid, CPR, hazardous materials and/or other emergency response training.
(D3) Experience in a community college or educational setting.
(D4) Associate of Science Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
(D5) Documented investigative training and experience.
EEO Statement
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi, 39573, telephone number 601-528-8735, email address compliance@mgccc.edu.
The College:
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including: Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, The Bryant Center at Tradition, Biloxi, MS; Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Haley Reeves Barbour Maritime Training Academy, Pascagoula, MS; Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; The West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS.
State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs.
Classification Hourly
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 06/22/2026 Close Date 07/10/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants For more information on the position, please contact (Name, Address, Phone, and Email):
Erica Moody
Assistant Chief of Police
2300 Highway 90
Gautier MS 39553
228-497-7723
erica.moody@mgccc.edu
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