POLICE OFFICER

Savannah Convention Center; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a renowned venue as a Police Officer, where your role is crucial in maintaining safety and security. This position involves patrolling the campus, responding to emergencies, and enforcing laws to ensure a safe environment for all visitors. You will engage with the public, manage crowd control during events, and work closely with a dedicated team. If you have a passion for service and a commitment to community safety, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Plan with 5% Match

Free Employee Dining

Free Employee Parking

Discounted Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications

• P.O.S.T. Certification is required for this role.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide patrol coverage and enforce laws on campus.
• Respond to emergencies and conduct investigations.
• Participate in special events and manage crowd control.

Skills

Situational Awareness

Communication Skills

Physical Fitness

Leadership

Integrity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

P.O.S.T. Certification

Valid Georgia Driver’s License

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: Atlanta - Atlanta, GA

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

ABOUT GEORGIA WORLD CONGRESS CENTER AUTHORITY

Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) is a hub of culture and experiences. As a family of brands, The Authority is the parent company of Georgia World Congress Center, Centennial Olympic Park, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Signia by Hilton Atlanta, and Savannah Convention Center. As a team member at The Authority, you understand that we are more than a venue; we’re a world stage for connection, innovation, and celebration.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Authority is currently recruiting a Police Officer to join Georgia World Congress Center. The Police Officer provides patrol coverage to the Georgia World Congress Center Authority campus and parking areas while increasing police visibility and public contact. Enforces state and local laws, and park ordinances in and around complex and patrol assigned areas. This position reports to the Police Sergeant.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Answer calls and complaints.
• Complete written incident reports.
• Respond to emergency situations.
• Conduct investigations of criminal activities and taking appropriate action.
• Provide general police services to the public.
• Patrol, observe, and prevent criminal activity. Patrolling may include foot, bike, and/vehicle patrolling.
• Participate is special event activities on campus.
• Exercise crowd control and procedures.
• Traffic direction and pedestrian management.
• Completion of shift requirements as assigned by the Police Sergeant.
• Perform other duties, functions, special projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Police Sergeant.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull extremely heavy objects over 200 pounds such as in the event of chasing or subduing a suspect resisting arrest.
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper course of action on own initiative.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with employees, other staff, and the public.
• Extensive knowledge of standard police practices and techniques.
• High degree of integrity and compliance.
• Self-awareness.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership to the assigned unit in the areas of motivation, positive influence, and personal challenge.
• Thoroughness in task approach, follow up and completion.
• Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work and training of subordinates.
• Knowledge of applicable local and state laws, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of oral and written skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload using own initiative.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure with limited resources.
• Detail oriented.
• Assess, analyze, and manage risk factors in the face of uncertainty.
• Ability to work an irregular work schedule as required to perform duties and responsibilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• P.O.S.T. Certification in good standing.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may experience intermittent exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, toxic chemicals, electrical currents, pathogens, violent behavior, weapons, explosives, traffic, animals, and/or loud noises.Daily shifts will endure various degrees of walking, running, climbing, bending, standing, turning, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching, pushing and pulling, requiring a full range of body movements. This position may require work inside or outside of the building, as needed by events. Law Enforcement work can be very dangerous and stressful. In addition to the obvious dangers of confrontations with criminals, police officers need to be constantly alert and ready to deal appropriately with a number threatening situations. Officers frequently work weekends, holidays, and nights. Officers are expected to work at any time their services are needed and may work long hours standing post. Officers are expected to report for duty in full uniform with the appropriate and necessary equipment needed in the performance of their duty. All positions are required to work in inclement weather conditions if necessary. Tasks include but are limited to working around moving parts, vehicles, equipment, carts, and materials handling, where extremely heightened awareness to surroundings and environment is essential in the preservation of life and property. Standard body gear and equipment applies in the preservation of life and property, as does special equipment based on assignment including, but not limited to, various types of body armor and safety gear. Police officers are armed and are expected to exercise their legal authority appropriately whenever necessary. All police officers are required to work at any time their services are needed and may work long hours during arrests, investigations or special events. All positions are required to work in inclement weather conditions.

BENEFITS

Georgia World Congress Center Authority offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes extensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, paid vacation, paid state holidays (if/when applicable), Flexible Spending Account options, a 401(k) plan with 5% match, free employee dining on-site, free employee parking, plus discounted prices on auto insurance, home insurance, technology, travel, attractions and much more!

To learn more about our culture and campus, visit us at www.gwcca.org.

Georgia World Congress Center Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, or on terms or conditions of employment because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, eligibility for military service, disability, or for any other illegal purpose.

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