POLICE OFFICER (47663)

Gwcca; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits

Job summary

Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) is seeking a Police Officer to patrol the GWCCA campus, Centennial Olympic Park, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and Signia by Hilton Atlanta, enforcing state and local laws and campus ordinances while supporting events with professionalism and teamwork.

Under the direction of the Police Sergeant, the role requires quick decision making, incident reporting, traffic and crowd control, and participation in job training and assessments.

Qualifications

• GA POST Certification required or in good standing.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License required.
• Background check, psychological evaluation, and polygraph may be required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and conduct investigations as directed.
• Provide general police services and patrols to prevent crime.
• Assist with traffic direction and crowd management during events.
• Document incidents and complete administrative paperwork.
• Participate in training programs and uphold safety policies.

Skills

Physical fitness

Situational analysis

Relationship building

Police procedures

Integrity

Leadership

Time management

Risk assessment

Communication

License knowledge

Education

Georgia POST Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Georgia Driver’s License

Job description

GWCCA PUBLIC SAFETY OVERVIEW

The Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) Public Safety function is responsible for delivering safe and efficient support to world-class events and guest experiences. Through strong communication with neighboring agencies, operational oversight, vendor partnerships, and team leadership, Public Safety ensures the Authoritys facilities operate at the highest standards of quality, safety practices, emergency management, and incident response.

GWCCA POLICE OFFICER POSITION SUMMARY

The Authority is currently recruiting a Police Officer to join Georgia World Congress Center. The Police Officer is responsible for performing patrol coverage to enforce state laws, local laws, and park ordinances on the campus of Georgia World Congress Center, Centennial Olympic Park, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and Signia by Hilton Atlanta. Ideal candidates will share our values of authenticity, accountability, and teamwork while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Candidates under final consideration will be required to undergo a background check, psychological evaluation, and polygraph examination prior to employment.

GWCCA PROJECT MANAGEMENT WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Fast-paced, professional work environment in a dynamic convention, sports, entertainment, and hospitality venue.
• Supports event-based business which may require irregular work hours, flexible scheduling, and availability to support evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events based on operational needs.
• Work performed in varying event facilities and conditions across the Authority's campus (indoors and outdoors).
• May be expected to perform or respond effectively to changing priorities, time-sensitive operational issues, and emergency situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
• Requires frequent interaction with large crowds in public venue and event settings while maintaining professionalism, composure, and exceptional customer service.

GWCCA POLICE OFFICER PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is moderately exposed to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, toxic chemicals, electrical currents, pathogens, violent behavior, weapons, explosives, traffic, animals, and/or loud noises. The ability to lift 50 pounds or more may be required of this position. Daily shifts will endure various degrees of walking, standing, turning, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching, pushing and pulling, requiring a full range of body movements. This position may require work inside or outside of the building, as needed by events.

In addition to the obvious dangers of confrontations with criminals, police officers need to be constantly alert and ready to deal appropriately with a number threatening situations. Officers frequently work weekends, holidays, and nights. Officers are expected to work at any time their services are needed and may work long hours standing post, making arrests, conducting investigations or during special events. Officers are expected to report for duty in full uniform with the appropriate and necessary equipment needed in the performance of their duty. All positions are required to work in inclement weather conditions if necessary. Tasks include but are limited to working around moving parts, vehicles, equipment, carts, and materials handling, where extremely heightened awareness to surroundings and environment is essential in the preservation of life and property. Standard body gear and equipment applies in the preservation of life and property, as does special equipment based on assignment including, but not limited to, various types of body armor and safety gear. Police officers are armed and are expected to exercise their legal authority appropriately whenever necessary.

GWCCA POLICE OFFICER ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under the direction of the Police Sergeant, the Police Officer responds to emergency situations and conducts investigations of criminal activities while taking appropriate action.
• Answers calls and complaints.
• Completes written incident reports.
• Provides general police services to the public.
• Patrols, observes, and prevents criminal activity. Patrolling may include foot, bike, and/vehicle patrolling.
• Participates is special event activities on campus.
• Exercises crowd control and procedures.
• Provides traffic direction and pedestrian management.
• Completion of shift requirements as assigned by the Police Sergeant or higher police authority.
• Actively participates in and successfully completes The Authority and police training programs as required.
• Maintains Ga POST Police (PBLE) Certification in Good Standing
• Accurately documents and completes administrative paperwork as required
• Comply with The Authority policies and procedures associated with such programs as risk management, safety, and emergency management
• Maintain an ethical and professional image when interacting with internal and external customers in to ensure customer satisfaction
• Perform other duties as assigned.

GWCCA POLICE OFFICER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull extremely heavy objects over 200 pounds such as in the event of chasing or subduing a suspect resisting arrest.
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper course of action on own initiative.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with employees, other staff, and the public.
• Extensive knowledge of standard police practices and techniques.
• High degree of integrity and compliance.
• Self-awareness.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership to the assigned unit in the areas of motivation, positive influence, and personal challenge.
• Thoroughness in task approach, follow up and completion.
• Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work and training of subordinates.
• Knowledge of applicable local and state laws, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of oral and written skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload using own initiative.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure with limited resources.
• Detail oriented.
• Assess, analyze, and manage risk factors in the face of uncertainty.
• Ability to work an irregular work schedule as required to perform duties and responsibilities.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia drivers license.
• Must successfully complete a psychological evaluation.
• Must successfully complete a polygraph examination.

Additional Responsibilities and Expectations
All employees of the Georgia World Congress Center Authority are expected to demonstrate behaviors aligned with the Authoritys core values of Be Authentic, Be Accountable, and Be One while delivering exceptional service to internal and external customers. Employees are responsible for maintaining a professional image that reflects GWCCAs commitment to excellence, safety, teamwork, and creating unforgettable experiences.

Employees must comply with all GWCCA policies, procedures, safety standards, and training requirements, including timely completion of 100% of assigned mandatory safety, compliance, and role-specific training programs . Employees are expected to actively contribute to a safe, inclusive, and service-focused work environment.

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, or requirements. Responsibilities may be adjusted, expanded, or assigned as needed to support operational priorities and the mission of the Georgia World Congress Center Authority.

GWCCA POLICE OFFICER EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• GEORGIA P.O.S.T. Certification in good standing.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Valid Georgia Drivers License

GWCCA POLICE OFFICER BENEFITS

Georgia World Congress Center Authority offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes extensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, paid vacation, paid state holidays, Flexible Spending Account options, a 401(k) plan with 5% match, free on-site dining during hours of operation, free on-site parking, plus discounted prices on auto insurance, home insurance, technology, travel, event tickets, attractions and much more!

Visit www.gwcca.org to learn more about our culture and campus.

Georgia World Congress Center Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, or on terms or conditions of employment because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, eligibility for military service, disability, or for any other illegal purpose.