Campus Police Officer

Georgia Department of Revenue•Warner Robins, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Police Officer performs a full range of law enforcement duties to maintain campus security and order while providing friendly customer service to campus personnel, students, and visitors. The role includes patrolling and protecting buildings, facilities, equipment, and property; managing traffic and enforcing parking regulations; investigating incidents and complaints; and carrying out administrative duties. The officer must maintain employment qualifications under the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Policy Manual and applicable accreditation standards, and follow institutional policies and procedures. The position may involve travel within the college’s service area and to other locations as needed. The position is assigned to the Milledgeville Campus and is projected to work 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. A flexible schedule may be required, including day, evening, or weekend hours, as well as travel to additional CGTC locations. The officer is designated as a Campus Security Authority under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act and must receive and report criminal incidents to the CGTC Chief of Campus Police for inclusion in the college’s Annual Security Report.

Requirements

Earned high school diploma or equivalent.
Current documented P.O.S.T. certification; PBLE certification is required.
Written and oral communication skills.
Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Ability to operate computers and job-related software.
Interpersonal skills and ability to deal with the public.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to work weekends and day, evening, and morning shifts.
Ability to differentiate between colors.
Ability to complete reports according to established guidelines.
Ability to patrol assigned areas and identify signs of unlawful entry.
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, bend, crouch, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in campus buildings and outdoors in various weather conditions, with exposure to extreme and potentially life-threatening conditions.

Nice To Haves

Documented work experience in a safety-monitoring environment, law enforcement, or the military.
Documented experience working in a post-secondary educational setting.
Transcripts of conferred degrees.

Responsibilities

Guard and monitor buildings, answer alarms, and investigate disturbances.
Investigate criminal complaints, traffic incidents, and vehicle or other accidents.
Coordinate with the State Patrol and adjacent law enforcement jurisdictions.
Apprehend criminal suspects and turn them over to the local jurisdiction for booking or incarceration.
Inspect assigned areas for fire or environmental hazards.
Monitor and authorize the entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and others to maintain premises security.
Patrol premises to prevent and detect intrusion and ensure the security of doors, windows, and gates.
Respond to fires, natural disasters, and other hazardous events.
Warn people of rule violations and apprehend or evict violators, using force if necessary.
Write reports of daily activities and irregularities.
Coordinate disaster response or crisis management activities, including opening shelters, special-needs programs, and evacuations.
Inspect equipment and facilities to determine their operational and functional capabilities.
Collaborate with others to prepare and analyze damage assessments following emergencies.
Escort or drive a motor vehicle to transport individuals to specified locations and provide personal protection.
Direct traffic during special events and provide event security.
Complete assigned training in a timely manner.
Maintain Peace Officer Standards Training certification.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.