Special Police Officer (6 opportunities)

Georgetown University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University in Washington, DC seeks a Special Police Officer to protect life and property across the campus community. The role involves patrol, event security, investigations, and emergency response under general and special orders, reporting to the patrol sergeant.

You will interact with students, faculty, staff, and visitors, prepare incident reports, and support safety operations by performing assigned duties, trainings, and on-call coverage as required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency is required.
• Three years of general work experience with at least one year in security or related field.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a campus police officer commission.
• Valid driver's license with no violations in the last three years and able to pass Georgetown's Driver's Certification.
• Complete required departmental trainings including baton and arrest control tactics as applicable.
• Knowledge of criminal and civil law and police policies and procedures.
• Completion of the Campus Law Enforcement Academy (250 hours) or equivalent; substitutions allowed.

Responsibilities

• Provide police and security services while protecting life and property; patrol and enforce laws and university rules.
• Patrol on foot or by vehicle; respond to emergencies and enforce all laws and university regulations.
• Support the university community by maintaining a safe environment for all.
• Accurately prepare incident reports and safeguard evidence for follow-up.
• Assist in preliminary investigations and attend court when necessary.
• In the absence of the Communications Officer, answer calls and respond to alarms and requests for service.
• Conduct presentations on topics identified via surveys and community feedback.
• Get acquainted with University community and environment as part of duties.

Skills

Public safety mindset

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Campus Law Enforcement Academy (250 hours) or equivalent

Job description

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Job Overview

Position #: P13170

Full-time: 40 hours

Pay: $ 29.00

Location: Washington, DC

Duties

The Special Police Officer provides services to protect the life, well-being, and property of students, faculty, staff, visitors, dignitaries, and other through policing, patrol, event security, investigation, and emergency response as outlined in general orders and special orders, as directed by superior officers. They support the university community by providing information and assistance, and is directly responsible to the patrol sergeant for fulfilling duties assigned performing patrol functions and specialized assignments according to all special and general orders in protection of life and property of Georgetown University. Interacting routinely with students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and neighbors, the Special Police Officer has additional duties that include but are not limited to:

• * Provides police and security services while protecting life and property, performing police patrol duties while carrying batons and pepper spray.
• * Patrols on foot, and/or motor vehicles, responding to emergencies and enforcing all United States, District of Columbia laws and University rules and regulations.
• * Supports the university community by establishing and maintaining an environment in which all community members can go safely about their varied activities in the best interest of the university.
• * Accurately and thoroughly prepares incident reports, safeguards information, evidence to ensure successful follow up, and resolution.
• * Assists in the preliminary investigations of incidents as necessary, supporting and providing assistance to persons who have been victims of crime and attending court whenever necessary, regardless of other commitments.
• * In the absence of the Communications Officer, answers all telephone call and responds to emergencies, burglar alarms, fire alarms, and requests for service.
• * Conducts speaking presentations on topics, which have been identified through surveys and community feedback under the supervision of the shift supervisor, assistant supervisor, or coordinators.
• * In furtherance of the university's higher education objectives, becomes well acquainted with members of the University community.

Work Interactions

The Special Campus Police Officer is an integral part of University Safety. Errors can lead to damage to life, health and property. Ineffective Public Safety at the University can have a severe impact on the reputation of the University as well. As a visible representative of Public Safety the performance of the incumbent reflects positively or negatively on the entire department. Furthermore as a liaison to various constituencies (students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, visitors, neighbors) and external agencies (MPD, DCFD, FBI, USSS, etc). The incumbent is often the fact of university safety. Incumbent interacts routinely with students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, neighbors, MPD, DCFD and germs.

Requirements And Qualifications

• * High School diploma or equivalency
• * Three years of general work experience with at least one year in security or a related field
• * Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a campus police officer commission
• * Possess and maintain a valid driver's license with no violations in the last three years and able to pass Georgetown University's Driver's Certification
• * Ability to complete all required departmental trainings to include certification and arrest control tactics: Baton and QC-Based Aerosol Subject Restraint. (Training includes successful completion of the consortium of universities law enforcement academy, usually during the probation period or equivalent training and certification from a civilian or military law enforcement academy)
• * Knowledge of criminal and civil law and police policies and procedures
• * Completion of the Campus Law Enforcement Academy (250 hours) or an equivalent law enforcement academy within two (2) years of receiving a campus and university special police officer commission or has previously completed an equivalent law enforcement academy. Georgetown University will consider previous law enforcement or security training of two hundred and fifty (250) hours as substitution for meeting the stated Academy requirements.

Essential: The Special Police Officer is considered as essential under the University policy guidelines and therefore subject to be on call when necessary.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Need Assistance

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please visit the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance website for general information about requesting accommodations, as well as information about requesting accommodations specifically for applicants. You also can also contact the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance at [phone] or [e-mail].

Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.