Officer: Campus Police (Pt)

Georgia Military College is now accepting applications for a Campus Police Officer. The position of Police Officer is a regular, and/or special detail position, providing general law enforcement and service related duties for the Georgia Military College community. To perform these duties, employees in this position must possess, or be able to obtain and maintain, certification as a peace officer, pursuant to the rules of the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council Work involves knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, in addition to policies and procedures of Georgia Military College, and the department of Public Safety. Employees assigned to this position must be able to demonstrate the ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making within the limits prescribed by laws, rules, regulation, policies, and procedures. Work requires dedication to public service, which is often accompanied by emotional and/or physical stress from rapidly evolving events. The employee must be able to work with people from diverse backgrounds.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine vehicle, foot, and alternative patrol of Georgia Military College properties, and the surrounding area pursuant to statutory jurisdictions. Such patrol shall facilitate the detection and deterrence of crime, criminal activity, and suspicious activity for Georgia Military College properties. Enforces State Laws and local Ordinances
• Checks the physical security of campus facilities to prevent theft and vandalism. Uses Probe for Documentation of Security Checks.
• Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities.
• Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were involved, by interviewing witnesses and victims gathering information and evidence and securing crime scenes. Testifies in court.
• Monitor traffic to ensure motorists observe traffic regulations and exhibit safe driving procedures. Issue citations or warnings to violators of motor vehicle ordinances
• Criminal background check and drug screen must be cleared before any candidate may begin working.

Georgia Military College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.