Police Officer--PT

Spelman College; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 71,000; Part time

Job summary

Spelman College is seeking a part-time Police Officer to ensure the safety and security of the college campus. The role includes routine police services, conducting investigations, and enforcing laws. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, peace officer certification, and strong communication skills to facilitate interactions with students and faculty on campus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Current certification as Peace Officer in Georgia is mandatory.
• Good communication and analytical skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Provides routine police services including patrols and incident investigations.
• Ensures safety and security of campus facilities and community.
• Enforces state laws and college regulations.

Skills

Communication

Self-discipline

Analytical ability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Peace Officer certification under Georgia P.O.S.T.

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel)

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Position Title Police Officer--PT Position Summary

Provides routine police services which include: the protection of life and property; foot and motorized patrol of assigned areas; enforcement of state laws, city ordinances, and College rules and regulations. This position conducts investigations of incidents and prepares reports to document a broad spectrum of occurrences

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety and security of Spelman College staff, facilities, students, and visitors;
• Ensures that all campus rules and regulations are enforced;
• Exercises powers of arrest under provisions of current Georgia law;
• Conducts investigations, collects evidence, and testifies in court;
• Functions as communications dispatcher answering phones and short wave radios and performs related clerical tasks;
• Conducts foot and/or motorized patrols of assigned areas;
• Writes incident reports and interviews victims and witnesses;
• Enforces traffic laws, rules, and regulations.
  
  

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent plus current certification as a Peace Officer under Georgia P.O.S.T. guidelines at the time of employment is required.

This position requires the ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively to determine the proper course of action and maintain a high degree of self discipline. Under emergency conditions, react quickly and calmly. The ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others is required. The incumbent must be able to work cooperatively with the public and fellow employees. Must have the ability to accurately identify the correct criminal violations, and utilize appropriate criminal procedures to bring charges when violations of law exist.

Good communication skills are required to express ideas clearly and obtain accurate information through interview, interrogation, and observations. The ability to understand and execute difficult oral and written instructions is a must. Written communication skills are required to prepare comprehensive records and reports.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have basic level skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel) to prepare comprehensive records, spreadsheets, and e-mails. Use of Lotus Notes and the Internet are essential.

Must be able to work on an as needed basis and rotate to various shifts as staffing needs change or as required for special details.

This position requires passing a pre-employment drug test.

Preferred Qualifications Certifications, Licenses, Restrictions

Current certification as a Peace Officer under Georgia P.O.S.T. guidelines at the time of employment is required.

Current valid Georgia driver's license is required.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle office supplies, operate computer and other office equipment, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to: reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to: stoop, climb, taste and smell, and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Ability to physically defend him/herself, others, and to effect the apprehension of criminal suspects, or those whose conduct is in violation of college rules or regulations and represents a danger to others. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Shift As needed % Travel Required 0% Full Time/Part Time Part-time Work Location/Schedule: FLSA Non-Exempt Number of Vacancies 2 Anticipated Candidate Start Date Position End Date

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SC0441P Posting Open Date 07/19/2024 Posting Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Public Safety Uniform (Provided)

EEO Statement

Spelman College is an EEO/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Title IX Employer and we participate in E-Verify. We are a smoke-free campus.

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