Police Officer

Choosecolumbusga; Troy, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Troy University invites applications for the part-time Police Officer position in University Police - Troy. The Patrolman will help safeguard students, faculty, staff and visitors while patrolling campus and responding to incidents during assigned shifts.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and current APOST certification. Driving is a primary responsibility; work hours are varied. Open until filled; posting date 08/18/2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must possess current APOST certification.
• Driving is a primary responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus to maintain safety and security across all areas.
• Collaborate with officers to cover shifts and incident response.

Skills

Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

• Posting Number: SF2576P
• Position Title: Police Officer
• Position Type: Classified Staff/Hourly
• Department: University Police - Troy
• Division: Student Affairs
• Campus: Troy
• Work Status: Part-Time (IPT)
• Temporary: No
• Location: Troy - T01
• Job Summary: The Patrolman position in University Police is responsible for serving as a police officer by managing the safety and security of students, faculty, staff, visitors and property at the University; and working a specified shift with other officers to patrol all areas of the campus.
• Minimum Qualifications: 1. High school Academic diploma or equivalent
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Driving: Driving is a primary responsibility
• Work Hours: Varied
• Hazardous Conditions: Law Enforcement Duties
• Supervisory Responsibility: No
• Posting Date: 08/18/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Special Instructions to Applicants: Must possess current APOST certification.
• Quick Link: https://www.troyuniversityjobs.com/postings/48220

Reference Letters

Solicit References Through the System? No

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Supplemental Questions

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1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Troy University employment website (www.troyuniversityjobs.com)
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Higher Ed Jobs
   • Social Media website
   • Indeed
   • Other employment website (please specify below)
   • Employee Referral (please specify below)
   • Local newspaper (please specify below)
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   • Other source (please specify below)
2. Please specify:

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Regarding your current employment status, please select one of the following:
   • Not a current Troy University employee
   • Current part-time Troy employee (including adjunct faculty)
   • Current full-time Troy employee - initial appraisal period complete
   • Current full-time Troy employee - still within initial appraisal period (six months for new employees and three months for promoted employees)
4. * Do you possess a high school diploma?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. List of References

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter