Police Officer

Mercer University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer University is seeking Police Officers to patrol and protect the Atlanta campus, ensuring a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors. Officers are sworn with full police powers and operate under Mercer Police Department on campus grounds.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Georgia POST Basic Law Enforcement certification, and experience as a police officer. POST recertification must be current; correctional certifications do not qualify.

Qualifications

• A valid high school diploma or GED is required.
• Georgia POST certification in Basic Law Enforcement is required and the candidate must be in good standing with POST.
• Some professional police officer experience is required;Correctional Officer certification does not qualify; resubmission of POST is required if already submitted.

Responsibilities

• Enforce federal, state, and local laws to protect life and property on Mercer University campus.
• Respond to calls for service; prevent and investigate crimes; maintain public order; assist campus community.
• Interact with supervisors, co-workers, Mercer employees, students, and the public to uphold safety and security.

Skills

Police experience

Public safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

POST certification (GA) Basic Law Enforcement

Job description

Job Title

Police Officer

Department

Mercer Police

College/Division

General University

Primary Job Posting Location

Atlanta, GA 30341

Additional Job Posting Locations

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details

Mercer University's Police Department is looking for new Police Officers to work on our campus in Atlanta, Georgia. Our officers are sworn law enforcement officers with full police powers and work within the jurisdiction of our campus community.

Responsibilities

The Police Officer will perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety duties to protect life and property on the Mercer University campus. Responsibilities include enforcing federal, state, and local laws; responding to calls for service; preventing and investigating crimes; maintaining public order; and providing general assistance to the campus community in accordance with the mission, goals, and objectives of the Mercer Police Department. This position operates within the framework of community-oriented policing, ensuring a safe and secure environment for students, employees, and visitors. The Police Officer will interact consistently with supervisors, co-workers, Mercer employees, students, and the general public.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED is required along with a Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certification in Georgia, which must be in Basic Law Enforcement. Candidates must also be in good standing with POST. Some professional police officer experience is required.

NOTE: Correctional Officer certification does not qualify for this position.

If you have submitted POST for a previous position, you must submit them again for this new position.

Background Check Contingencies

• Criminal History Check

Required Document Attachments

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References with contact information
• P.O.S.T. RECORDS/P.O.S.T. FACT SHEET

About Mercer University

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer's twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer's employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more! For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Family

Staff Police Non-exempt

EEO Statement

EEO/Veteran/Disability