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Police Officer

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.

The mission of the Augusta University Police Department is to promote a safe atmosphere in which the university's teaching, discovery, clinical care and service mission can be successful. This is accomplished through traditional and progressive law enforcement practices and strong community partnership.

The Police Officer position provides a professional and timely response for the detection and control of crime; Generally maintain law and order and protect life and property.

The duties include, but are not limited to: Patrol a designated area of the University, preserve law and order, be alert for and control commission of crimes Lock and unlock buildings for faculty, students and employees; Provide escort services as needed Answer calls and/or complaints of fire or other accidents, and enforce traffic regulations Prepare necessary records and reports Assist police dispatcher as necessary Exercise quick, sound judgment and apply prescribed procedures to emergency situations; Restrain uncooperative persons Conduct investigations - collect and identify evidence, question principals and witnesses, testify in court Perform all other related duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED from a recognized State or Federal accredited organization Must be 18 years of age Must possess good moral and ethical character Must be a certified police officer through Georgia P.O.S.T. or A certified Police Officer in another state and eligible for the Georgia P.O.S.T. Equivalency of Training (EOT) program; or A sworn law enforcement officer serving in a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces and eligible for the Georgia P.O.S.T. Equivalency of Training (EOT) program.

ABILITIES Ability to maintain confidentiality Knowledge and skill in the use of firearms Knowledge of standard police practices and techniques Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases Ability to maintain complex records; Perform well under stress in a calm, efficient manner Ability to exercise sound judgement and make responsible decisions especially decisions regarding use of force

Shift: Rotating Pay Band: B9 Salary Minimum: $23.49/hourly Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position Recruitment Period: 3/13/26 - Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

This position will require the acquisition of a P-Card and/or handle cash, credit or other sensitive information and will require a satisfactory Consumer Credit check as a condition of employment.

The Human Resources Division will request a driver's history report for the identified top candidate(s) for this position. We will initiate this through our Background Check Vendor; this report will come from the Department of Motor Vehicles. The selected candidate must have a valid driver's license.

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.