Police Officer

Jacksonville State University; Jacksonville (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Health Insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Jacksonville State University seeks a Police Officer to protect life and property by enforcing university, local, state, and federal laws. You will perform patrols, respond to emergencies, and work various shifts including day and evening hours on campus.

Responsibilities include investigating incidents, directing traffic at events, maintaining equipment, and participating in community policing activities. The role may involve outdoor work in all weather conditions and reporting to police

Qualifications

• Requires ability to learn radio codes and terminology for two-way radio communication.
• Experience or eligibility in the accreditation program is preferred.
• Knowledge of public safety procedures and campus policing expectations.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campuses on foot, in vehicles, or by bicycle to deter crime and enforce laws and university regulations.
• Investigate disturbances, traffic incidents, or violations and document findings.
• Direct traffic at events and communicate with staff and the public.
• Maintain NCIC certification to operate in-car MDT systems.
• Work with resident halls on safety and security presentations and community policing.
• Attend and testify in various court proceedings as required.

Skills

Radio codes

Accreditation program

Two-way radio communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

POST certification (eligible)

Job description

Department:

University Police Department

Anticipated Start Date:

September 1, 2026

Salary:

$40,000.00 - $54,038.40 commensurate with experience

Normal Work Schedule:

Varies depending on department and University need

Job Summary:

The Police Officer is responsible for the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and regulations of the university by performing police and patrol work in accordance with federal, state, county, municipal laws and university regulations. Work may involve personal danger and the use of independent judgment in responding to emergencies. This position may be assigned to day or evening shifts and may be called to work odd hours for special events or activities on campus. Work is frequently performed out of doors in all weather conditions. Work is performed under general supervision of the Police Sergeant and in accordance with established routine and is checked by superior officers through personal inspections, review of reports, and discussion with employees.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Patrols campus on foot, in police vehicles, on a bicycle, or other specialized vehicles in order to deter crime, direct traffic, enforce traffic and parking regulations and provide services or assistance to employees and visitors to campus, and to uphold and enforce federal, state, county, municipal laws and university regulations.
• Investigates disturbances, suspicious circumstances, traffic incidents or violations of university regulations when prompted by phone calls received by UPD Communication Center, through alarms, citizens’ requests, or by the officer’s observations.
• Talks with individuals to determine cause of disturbances or incidents; takes reports and completes forms to record incidents.
• Knowledge of the proper use and uploading procedures for body worn cameras (BWC).
• Directs traffic at university events using barricades, traffic cones and flashlights.
• Communicates verbally and in writing to the police staff, employees, the general public and other agencies.
• Maintains full NCIC certification in order to operate the in-car Mobile Data Terminal (MDT).
• Is assigned to a resident hall(s) under the Adopt-A-Cop Program. May provide safety and security presentations to students.
• Actively participates in community oriented policing activities.
• May be required to send out an emergency alert message warning the campus and surrounding area of an imminent threat. The situation may dictate that the Police Officer has to send out the alert by using his/her cell phone while remaining on-scene while the active threat is still on-going.
• Oftentimes, the Police Officers serve as specialized instructors within the department.
• Assists the local police department and other agencies if mutual aid is requested or needed.
• Attends and testifies in municipal, circuit, district, federal, juvenile court, grand jury, and other court proceedings or hearings.
• Completes police documents such as daily roll call reports, vehicle impound forms, traffic accident reports, warning reports, uniform traffic citations, permission to search forms, advise of rights forms, incident/offense reports, arrest reports, bond forms, complaint forms, fingerprint cards, leave and training request forms, employee evaluations, property and evidence forms and other UPD required documentation.
• Participates in training activities, including classroom, seminar or field training.
• Ability to qualify with approved firearm as required by department policy and APOSTC standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Preferred law enforcement experience at a municipal, county or state police agency.
• Must be currently certified or eligible to be certified by the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission within appointment.
• A valid Alabama driver’s license at time of appointment.
• No felony conviction or convictions for crimes of moral turpitude.
• Ability to learn radio codes and terminology in order to communicate clearly via two-way radio.
• Demonstrate knowledge or skills in the accreditation program.

Special Requirements:

Twice annually, incumbents may be required to 1) demonstrate skill in the use of firearms to achieve a passing score on the firing range; 2) may be required to complete the physical ability course in the prescribed time limits. Passing or qualifying scores are adopted from the requirements set by the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission.

• complete the physical ability course in the prescribed time limits
• achieve a qualifying score on a performance test in the use of the baton

Passing or qualifying scores are adopted from the requirements set by the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission.

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Employee Benefits:

JSU strives to provide great quality of life to our employees through an attractive, competitive benefits package for our full‑time faculty and staff. These benefits enhance your salary as a JSU employee and are part of your total compensation package. Benefits include:

• Retirement Plans
  • Alabama Teacher’s Retirement System (TRS)
  • RSA-1 Deferred Compensation
  • 403-B Retirement Annuity (TIAA)
• Health Insurance
  • Medical (PEEHIP)
  • Optional plans: vision, dental, flexible spending plan, dependent care, cancer and hospital indemnity
• Long‑term disability and life insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Prescription assistance

For additional information regarding benefits, please visit our website.

Clery Notice:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, https://clerycenter.org/policy-resources/the-clery-act/ the Jacksonville State University Police provide information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three calendar years. The JSU Annual Campus Security and Fire Report is available online at: https://www.jsu.edu/police/docs/cleryannualreport.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity

Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.