Police Officer III

Police Officer III

Georgia State University 

Police Department

At the Georgia State University Police Department, we approach our work with passion to be excellent, and to focus on the safety to our campuses and university community by providing safety services through professional community-oriented policing. 

The Georgia State University Police Department provides law enforcement, security, and safety services to the university community and the immediate surrounding areas, ensuring a safe environment for our students, faculty, staff, and neighbors. 

Georgia State boasts one of the largest university police forces in the state with 160 officers across all six Atlanta metro campuses. 

The Department is accredited and certified by the following organizations: Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), The International Association of Campus Law Enforcement (IACLEA) and the State of Georgia Law Enforcement Certification Program.

 Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team. 

 The Georgia State University Police Department is seeking a Police Officer III to join the already awesome team in keeping the Police Department at the level of excellence that it has strived to become and sustain. 

WHAT MAKES THE POLICE DEPARTMENT A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A flexible work environment.
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship.

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Patrols campus areas on foot or by motorized vehicle; issues citations and warnings.
• Directs traffic and enforces traffic laws and regulations. 
• Maintains watch over buildings and grounds, and checks doors and windows. 
• Observe and/or investigate suspicious actions or people, and dangerous or defective conditions. 
• Reports and investigates accidents, vandalism, thefts, and fire. Assists in the location of lost or stolen property. 
• Give directions and other information to the public as requested. Maintains records of accidents and investigations. 
• Gives warnings and issues tickets to the public. Advises students, faculty, and staff on campus regulations. 
•  Investigate traffic accidents, question drivers and witnesses, and assist injured; record pertinent data describing scenes and circumstances. 
• Performs specialized police work in protecting life and property, preventing violations, enforcing laws and regulations on university property, and apprehending violators within police jurisdiction.

Minimum Requirements(External):

• High school diploma or GED and three years of experience with Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST) certification as a Law Enforcement Officer.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Considerable knowledge of standard police practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of the GSU campus and its traffic patterns.
• Knowledge of first aid; Knowledge of fire prevention techniques.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to conduct investigations and prepare reports.
• Ability to enforce campus regulations.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $55,100 – $69,000.

Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range.

To be fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission: 

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume
• Must be willing to submit and pass a thorough background check

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