Campus Police Officer

Georgia Power Company; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Georgia Technical College in Georgia is seeking a Campus Police Officer to maintain security and order across campus facilities. The role focuses on a friendly customer service attitude toward students, staff, and visitors while enforcing rules and responding to incidents.

You will patrol, monitor entrances, coordinate with state patrol, prepare reports, and stay current with Peace Officer Standards Training.

Qualifications

• Earned High School Diploma or earned equivalent.
• Documented current P.O.S.T certification - PBLE Certification Required.
• Preference for experience in safety monitoring, law enforcement, or military.
• Experience in a post-secondary educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform full range of law enforcement duties to maintain campus security and order.
• Coordinate with State Patrol and other agencies; investigate incidents and document findings.
• Monitor entrances and protect premises; respond to incidents and emergencies.
• Write reports and maintain records; travel to CGTC locations as needed.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Decision making

Interpersonal relations

Independent work

Report writing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computers & software

Job description

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Job Title: Campus Police Officer

Agency: Central Georgia Technical College

Job Requisition ID: JR0000007575

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: ANNUAL GROSS SALARY OF $43,500.00

Job Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for performing a full-range of assigned law enforcement duties to maintain security and order with a focus on a friendly customer service attitude to campus personnel, students, visitors for buildings, facilities, equipment and property. Provides patrols and ensures safety. Manages traffic flow and enforces parking regulations. Investigates traffic incidents, vandalism, theft and violence. Performs administrative duties. Maintains qualifications for employment as described by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Policy Manual and accreditation standards. Follows rules and regulations as described by the TCSG Policy Manual and other policies and procedures established by the institution. Position may require travel to the college’s service area and other travel as needed.

• Guards and monitors buildings. Answers alarms and investigates disturbances; Investigates criminal complaints and vehicle and other accidents;
• Coordinates with State Patrol and adjacent law enforcement jurisdictions; Apprehends criminal suspects and turns over to local jurisdiction for booking or incarceration;
• Inspects assigned area for fire or environmental hazards;
• Monitors and authorizes entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against and maintain security of premises;
• Patrols premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates;
• Responds to fires, natural disasters or other hazardous events;
• Warns persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehends or evicts violators from premises, using force if necessary;
• Writes reports of daily activities and irregularities;
• Coordinates disaster response or crisis management activities such as opening shelters, special needs programs and evacuation;
• Inspects equipment and facilities to determine their operational and functional capabilities
• Collaborates with others to prepare and analyze damage assessments following emergencies;
• Escorts or drives motor vehicle to transport individuals to specified locations and to provide personal protection;
• Directs traffic during special events;
• Provides security for events;
• Completes all assigned trainings in a timely manner
• Maintains Peace Officer Standards Training certification
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Job Competencies:

• Written and oral communication skills
• Decision making and problem-solving skills
• Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• 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
• Ability to identity signs of unlawful entry
• Knowledge of all pertinent federal, state and local laws, regulations

Physical Requirements:

Requires sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, crouching, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The work is performed in campus buildings and outdoors where the employee is routinely exposed to various weather conditions. This position is subject to exposure to extreme and possibly life‑threatening conditions.

Campus Security Authority Designation:

Under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, this position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). A CSA is an individual, who by virtue of their college responsibilities and under the Clery Act , is designated to receive and report criminal incidents to the CGTC Chief of Campus Police so that the information may be included and published in the college’s Annual Security Report.

Scheduled Work Hours / Location:

This position will be assigned to the Macon Campus. Position is projected to work 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday to Friday; however, position will require a flexible schedule to include day/evening or weekend hours with travel to additional CGTC locations and other travel as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned High School Diploma or earned equivalent
• Documented current P.O.S.T certification - PBLE Certification Required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Documented working experience in a safety monitoring environment or law enforcement or military experience.
• Documented experience working in a post-secondary educational setting.

Salary / Benefits:

The selected candidate can expect to receive a contingent offer at the annual gross salary of $43,500.00. This position is eligible for state benefits to include retirement, insurance benefits, leave accrual and holiday pay. The College is a member of Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) and Employees Retirement System of Georgia (ERS).

• This position is eligible for state benefits to include retirement, insurance benefits, leave accrual and holiday pay. The College is a member of Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) and Employees Retirement System of Georgia (ERS).

Pre-employment Screening:

• Criminal History Records
• Motor Vehicle Records
• Employment References
• Pre-Employment Drug Test
• Fingerprint Records
• Credit History Records
• Psychological Screening
• Medical Examination

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Central Georgia Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.