In School Police Officers

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington, D.With four vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, the Liberty Campus in Hinesville, and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned specialized accreditation from numerous professional and academic associations that set standards in their respective fields.
Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive, student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally recognized for the caliber of its academic programs and student experience. Georgia Southern University has also been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.
Office of Public Safety
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. 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.
Fulfill annual professional development/training requirements as prescribed by the Georgia P.Council, Georgia Southern University, and the Division of Public Safety
Promote positive campus relations through delivery of crime prevention programming and active involvement in campus events
Engage 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 aid
Respond 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 conditions
Perform rescue functions in accidents, emergencies, and disasters, including neutralizing threats, administering emergency medical aid, lifting, dragging, or removing people from hazardous situations
Enforce University policies and regulations through administrative referral
Provide testimony before courts of law and at administrative hearings
High school diploma or equivalent

Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated (Class C or higher)
Bachelor's Degree

Prior law enforcement/public safety work experience

Required Documents to Attach
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
Ability to react quickly and calmly in the face of tense, uncertain, and rapidly evolving emergency situations
Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with internal /external stakeholders and to prepare comprehensive records and reports
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
Competency 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
Knowledge of university properties, population, and traffic control issues
Skill 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
Application review may begin on August 6, 2026.

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Work generally performed in an office environment
Travel may be required
Ability to operate University motor vehicle
Work week may extends to evenings, weekends and/or holidays
Exposure to noise, distractions, unpredictable behaviors, and/or to bio-hazardous material