Police Officer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPolice OfficerJob ID: 304242 Location: Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher learning south of Atlanta, and one of the most dynamic public universities in the Southeast.Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern has grown from a single-purpose college into a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with 149 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, serving 31,600 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and more than 100 nations.Four distinct campuses extend Georgia Southern's reach across the region: a 900-acre quintessential college campus in Statesboro, anchored by Georgian-style red-brick buildings set among oaks and pines; the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, minutes from historic downtown and a short drive from the beaches of Tybee Island; a modern, purpose-built facility in Hinesville serving local and military-affiliated students; and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro, an outdoor oasis nestled on a 385-acre pine forest, offering expanded pathways to higher education for students across southeast Georgia.Through ten colleges, the Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing, the College of Arts and Humanities, the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the College of Education, the College of Science and Mathematics, the Jack N. Averitt College of Graduate Studies, the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, the Parker College of Business, the Waters College of Health Professions and University College, Georgia Southern delivers academic programs backed by real-world experience, research with regional and national impact, and a faculty committed to helping every student go further than they thought possible.Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and holding specialized accreditation across its professional programs, Georgia Southern prepares graduates who are ready to lead, contribute and soar beyond, in Georgia, across the nation and around the world.For more information, visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu. Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA Department Information

Office of Public Safety Job Summary

Performs a variety of basic duties as a sworn peace officer related to the protection of life and property, enforcement of criminal and traffic laws, prevention of crime, preservation of the public peace, apprehension of suspected law violators, and the rendering of aid or service in accordance with the mission, goals, and objectives of the Georgia Southern University Division of Public Safety. This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A CSA is an individual who, by virtue of their responsibilities, is designated to receive and obligated to report criminal incidents to the institution's Clery Coordinator for publication in the Annual Security Report. This position involves shift work based on the needs of Georgia Southern University and the Division of Public Safety. Employees must have the ability to work flexible shift hours and schedules that include weekends, holidays, and evenings. Employees may be required to remain on duty beyond a normal shift and must be available to report for duty without prior notice due to on-call status, special events, emergencies, or personnel shortages. Responsibilities

Fulfill annual professional development/training requirements as prescribed by the Georgia P.O.S.T. Council, Georgia Southern University, and the Division of Public SafetyPromote positive campus relations through delivery of crime prevention programming and active involvement in campus eventsEngage in pro-active law enforcement patrol functions on foot and in motor vehicles to detect and deter crime, protect life and property, preserve order, and to render service or aidRespond to, address, and document alarm calls, medical emergencies/injuries, crisis situations, motor vehicle crashes, calls for service, complaints, lost/recovered property, reports of damage, public nuisance, criminal activity, suspicious circumstances, or hazardous / unsafe conditionsPerform rescue functions in accidents, emergencies, and disasters, including neutralizing threats, administering emergency medical aid, lifting, dragging, or removing people from hazardous situationsConduct initial and follow-up investigations into criminal, non-criminal, and traffic-related violations by gathering evidence, conducting interviews, and filing written reportsEnforces state laws / ordinances through the exercise of independent judgment in determining reasonable suspicion to detain, probable cause to search and/or arrest, and determining when force should be used and to what degreeArrest, process, and transport suspect(s) accused of law violationsEnforce University policies and regulations through administrative referralProvide testimony before courts of law and at administrative hearings Required Qualifications

Educational RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalentOther Required QualificationsGeorgia P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer Certification or ability to obtain within (12) months of hirePossession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated (Class C or higher)Required ExperienceAt least 21 years old Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred QualificationsGeorgia P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer Certification (in good standing)Preferred Educational QualificationsBachelor's DegreePreferred ExperiencePrior law enforcement / public safety work experience Proposed Salary

$23.29 - $28.58 per hourThis is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis. Required Documents to Attach

ResumeCover LetterFour (4) Professional References Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIESConsistently exhibit engaging customer serviceAbility to support various constituencies served by the UniversityProven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific positionAbility to analyze situations quickly, objectively and to determine the proper course of action

Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, and tactfully and with respect for the rights of others

Ability to react quickly and calmly in the face of tense, uncertain, and rapidly evolving emergency situations

Ability to obtain information through interview, interrogation, and observation

Ability to understand and execute difficult oral and written instructions

Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with internal /external stakeholders and to prepare comprehensive records and reports

Ability to develop skill in the delivery of public presentations on crime prevention and public safety topics

Ability to develop and maintain good public relations

Ability to meet such specific physical requirements as established by competent authorityKNOWLEDGEAdhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student successCompetency in the application of modern methods, procedures, and techniques used in providing a full range of law enforcement and crime prevention services and activities including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, record keeping, records management, automated records systems, search and seizure, care and custody of persons and property, and crime prevention

Capacity for engaging in teamwork and ability to collaborate

Knowledge of university properties, population, and traffic control issuesSKILLSEffective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skillsSkill in the use, care, and safe handling of firearms, intermediate weapons, and specialized law enforcement equipment

Skill in the safe operation and maneuvering of emergency response vehicles

Skill in administering CPR and emergency first aid Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled Application review may begin on October 2, 2026. Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or email View email address on click.appcast.io. USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at  USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at  Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without University assistance during employment. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community Proof of a valid Georgia driver's license with a suitable DMV record Applicants must submit to the following:Oral interviewsBackground investigation for the determination of good moral characterFingerprinting and review of criminal and driving historyTruth verification examinationSubmission of acceptable Georgia P.O.S.T. academy entrance examination scores (as required)Physical exam including drug screenPsychological evaluationPhysical agility test Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: View phone number on click.appcast.io. Other Information

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation

Work generally performed in an office environment

Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours

Travel may be required

Ability to operate University motor vehicle

Work week may extends to evenings, weekends and/or holidays

Working with high stress situations

May be required to perform work in harsh conditions due to extreme temperature or inclement weather

Exposure to noise, distractions, unpredictable behaviors, and/or to bio-hazardous material

Ability to move and or drag a weight of 150 pounds

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