Campus Police Officer

Jobtailor; Moultrie (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Campus Security Officer to patrol assigned campus locations, enforce laws and policies, and respond to emergencies. You will collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies, conduct investigations, and prepare detailed reports.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED and P.O.S.T certification, with strong written and spoken communication skills and the ability to work weekends and varied shifts. White-glove service and safety training are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and P.O.S.T certification required.
• Clear communication skills in writing and speaking.
• Ability to work weekends and various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned campus areas to deter crime and maintain public order.
• Enforce federal, state, and local laws and campus policies.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents, including medical calls and fires.
• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies during investigations.
• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations; interview victims and suspects.
• Prepare incident and arrest reports and maintain records.

Skills

Patrol Procedures

Criminal Investigation

Evidence Collection

Traffic Direction

Emergency Response

Report Preparation

Safety Presentations

Disaster Response

Security Checks

Community Outreach

Written Communication

Oral Communication

Decision Making

Critical Thinking

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or GED

P.O.S.T Certification

Tools

Job-Related Software Programs

Departmental Equipment

Protective Equipment

Job description

• Patrol assigned campus locations to deter crime and maintain a visible law enforcement presence
• Enforce federal, state, and local laws and institutional policies
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, including medical emergencies, fires, alarms, suspicious activity, disturbances, and criminal complaints
• Collaborate with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies during investigations and joint operations; apprehend criminal suspects
• Conduct preliminary and follow-up criminal investigations; interview victims, witnesses, and suspects; collect evidence; prepare reports
• Maintain public order during campus events, demonstrations, and emergencies
• Direct traffic during special events and provide event security
• Respond to fires, natural disasters, and other hazardous events
• Assist with disaster response and emergency management activities, including evacuations, lockdowns, shelter-in-place procedures, and disaster response
• Perform security checks of campus buildings, parking lots, and other facilities
• Provide escorts for students, employees, and visitors when requested
• Participate in crime prevention initiatives, safety presentations, and community outreach programs
• Complete incident reports, arrest reports, citations, evidence documentation, and other required records
• Maintain departmental equipment, vehicles, firearms, and issued protective equipment
• Maintain Peace Officer Standards Training certification
• Serve as a Campus Security Authority under the Clery Act; forward crime reports and participate in annual CSA training
• Participate in assessment, planning, budgeting, and professional development
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and P.O.S.T certification is required
• All required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment
• Prior law enforcement experience (preferred)
• P.O.S.T Certified Peace Officer (preferred)
• Written and oral communication skills
• Decision making and critical thinking skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs
• Customer service and community engagement skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work collaboratively with other campus departments and outside agencies
• Ability to work weekends, day, evening and morning shifts
• Ability to differentiate between colors
• Ability to complete reports according to established guidelines
• Ability to patrol assigned areas
• Knowledge of all pertinent federal, state and local laws and regulations
• References will be checked
• Post-offer criminal history records check
• Post-offer motor vehicle records check
• As applicable, post-offer/random drug testing, credit history records check, fingerprinting records check, medical examination, psychological screening, and test for deception

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in law enforcement practices, emergency response, and community engagement while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Proficient in conducting investigations, preparing reports, and collaborating with various law enforcement agencies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• P.O.S.T Certified Peace Officer
• Law Enforcement Experience
• Emergency Management
• Report Writing
• Conflict Resolution

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Patrol Procedures
• Criminal Investigation
• Evidence Collection
• Traffic Direction
• Emergency Response
• Report Preparation
• Safety Presentations
• Disaster Response
• Security Checks
• Community Outreach

Soft Skills

• Written Communication
• Oral Communication
• Decision Making
• Critical Thinking
• Customer Service

Certifications & Qualifications

• P.O.S.T Certification
• Peace Officer Standards Training Certification

Industry Keywords

• Clery Act
• Campus Security Authority
• Federal Laws
• State Laws
• Local Laws

Tools & Technologies

• Job-Related Software Programs
• Departmental Equipment
• Protective Equipment