Police Officer

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 67,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation days

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading university in Georgia is seeking a police officer to perform patrol and operational duties. The role requires enforcement of laws and regulations to ensure safety on campus. Candidates must have a high school diploma, be at least 21 years old, and possess a valid driver's license. The university offers a competitive salary range of $58,000 to $67,700 based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must complete Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) training.

Responsibilities

• Provide patrol shift coverage.
• Respond to emergencies and assist with community policing.
• Enforce applicable codes and ordinances.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Time management

Customer service skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Performs general patrol and operational police duties, such as making arrests and enforcing criminal codes and statutes, assisting with investigations, and/or serving as a member of special teams or task forces as requested. Responsible for enforcement duties involving general and criminal regulations and institutional rules and regulations in order to provide for the protection, safety, and welfare of students, employees and property within the areas under the control and authorized jurisdiction of the agency. Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).

Responsibilities

• Provides patrol shift coverage
• Provides for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting life and property, preventing crime, performing vehicular and pedestrian traffic direction
• Demonstrates successful engagement of the community oriented policing philosophy
• Enforces all applicable codes, ordinances, laws and regulations (both traffic and criminal)
• Renders aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries
• Interviews victims, suspects, and witnesses; prepares reports that document incidents and activities, and reviews facts to determine if criminal acts or statute violations exist
• Testifies in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases

Required Qualifications

Required Experience

On the job training

Educational Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent and at least 21 years of age

Other Required Qualifications

• Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license
• Successfully completed State of Georgia mandated Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) training (physically and scholastically) and comply with all POST requirements within one year of employment
• Must maintain Georgia POST Peace Officer Basic Certification
• May be required to obtain and maintain additional certifications as related to assignment
• Successfully pass the Georgia POST-mandated Physical Ability Test prior to their assigned academy date, if applicable (only for candidates required to attend the Basic Law Enforcement Training Course)

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• POST Intermediate, Advanced, Supervisory, or Managerial Certificate, POST Instructor Certification, POST Designated Instructor Certification, Other Specialty Certifications
• Community Outreach experience preferred
• Volunteer experience with a community service organization preferred

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Preferred Experience

• Community Outreach experience preferred
• Volunteer experience with a community service organization preferred

Proposed Salary

The hiring salary range is:

• Non-certified $58,000 ($27.91 per hour)
• Certified $61,277 ($29.46 per hour) to $67,700 ($32.55 per hour). Offers are based on relevant experience.

Education credit and specialized certification credit available, if applicable.

Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Able to fulfill all the essential duties of a police officer
• Able to learn and enforce Georgia laws/federal laws/applicable university/Board of Regents rules/regulations
• Able to relate with the public/other law enforcement agencies in coordinating activities/resolving issues
• Must be committed to and demonstrate successful engagement of the community oriented policing philosophy
• Able to attend law enforcement training programs at the state/region/national level
• Able to use office equipment/computer/software, word processing/database mgmt./applications/e-mail
• Able to work after hours/weekends/holidays, called into work for emergencies/disasters
• Able to effectively relate to the public and representatives of other law enforcement agencies
• Able to work scheduled shifts (typically 12 hours)
• Able to continuously wear/properly gait wearing the assigned equipment/equipment belt 12-25 lbs.
• Able to maneuver in and out of assigned KSU patrol vehicle(s) throughout the shift
• Able to act on/respond to physical altercations
• Able to occasionally lift and/or pull 150-300 lbs.
• Able to conduct foot patrol as scheduled, typically 3 hours/shift
• Able to provide patrol shift coverage/patrol surge staffing; being dispatched to calls for service
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

SKILLS

• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
• Proficient in the use of position related equipment, including but not limited to police vehicle, 2-way radio, computer, lethal and non-lethal weapons and restraint devices
• Demonstrates a high degree of honesty, integrity, and ethics
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
• Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced
• DMV
• Drug Screen
• Physical
• Psychological Evaluation

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf