Police Officer

Mercer Medicine; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer University’s Police Department is seeking Police Officers to serve on our campus in Atlanta, Georgia. Officers are sworn law enforcement with full powers and operate under Mercer University’s jurisdiction, protecting students, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities include enforcing laws, responding to incidents, preventing crimes, and maintaining order. This role follows community‑oriented policing principles and requires collaboration with university personnel and the public.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• POST certification in Georgia (Basic Law Enforcement) required.
• Some professional police officer experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of law enforcement and public safety duties to protect life and property on campus.
• Enforce federal, state, and local laws; respond to calls; prevent and investigate crimes; maintain public order.
• Interact with supervisors, co-workers, Mercer employees, students, and the public.

Skills

Public safety duties

Interpersonal communication

Community policing

Education

High School diploma or GED

POST certification (Georgia) Basic Law Enforcement

Tools

None

Job description

Job Title

Police Officer

Department

Mercer Police College/Division: General University

Location

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

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 Requirements

Criminal History Check Required

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! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University. For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/

Why Work at Mercer

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid time off, technology discounts and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University. For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective/

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Family

Staff Police Non-exempt

EEO Statement

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University will ensure equal opportunity for applicants and employees in all of its policies and practices, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, compensation, benefits, layoff and recall policies, University-sponsored training programs, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs. Persons needing reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the application process or for other questions regarding employment at Mercer University, please contact Human Resources.