Sergeant

Job Description - Sergeant (26001514)

Job Description

Sergeant - 26001514

Description

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Sergeant

Police Department

Georgia State University

At the Georgia State University Police Department, we approach our work with passion to be excellent, to focus on safety to our campuses and university community by providing safety services through professional community-oriented policing.

The Georgia State University Police Department provides law enforcement, security and safety services to the university community and the immediate surrounding areas, ensuring a safe environment for our students, faculty, staff and neighbors.

Georgia State boasts one of the largest university police forces in the state with 160 officers across all six Atlanta metro campuses.

The department is accredited and certified by the following organizations; Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), The International Association of Campus Law Enforcement (IACLEA) and the State of Georgia Law Enforcement Certification Program.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team.

The Georgia State University Police Department is seeking a Sergeant to join the already awesome team in keeping the Police Department at the level of excellence that it has strived to become and sustain.

WHAT MAKES The Police Department A GREAT PLACE?

Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

Professional development opportunities and mentorship.

A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Supervises Police operations on an assigned shift.
• Assumes command of officers in absence of Lieutenant.
• Instructs and assists officers in more difficult phases of their work.
• Gives directions and instructions on campus regulations to visitors.
• Supervises control of traffic for special events.
• Answers questions and resolves complaints of visitors''
• Participates in the training of police officers.
• Investigates thefts, vandalism, fires and accidents.
• Assembles factual material for presentation in reports.
• Serves at desk, receives telephone calls; assigns and dispatches officers as necessary.
• Performs routine police functions such as patrolling the campus, directing and issuing tickets

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.

Qualifications

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Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED, three years of law enforcement experience, and Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST) certification as a Law Enforcement Officer.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Demonstration of leadership abilities.
• Considerable knowledge of university policy rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of modern police procedures.
• Knowledge of first aid
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to tactfully deal with people.
• Ability to assign and supervise work of lower-level police officers.

College/Business Unit

: Police/Security Services

Department: Police Department

Location

: Atlanta Campus

Shift: Varies

Salary : $66,600 - $83,400

Pay Grade: 21

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting

: 11/12/26, 2:26:47 AM

Closing Date

: 11/26/26, 10:29:00 AM

Special Instructions:

To be fully considered for this position, all applicants must submit the following at the time of submission:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume
• Cover Letter (optional)
• 3 Professional references

Georgia State University ValuesCOMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better placeINTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents USG Core Value StatementThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment OpportunityGeorgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Background Check Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record. Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its students'' and employees'' safety and security.It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.

Please note, Georgia State University's career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual''s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status.