Police Officers - Full-time and Part-time

Overview Police Officer

Full/Part Time:

Regular/Temporary: Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate\'s, bachelor\'s, master\'s and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America\'s Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

Department Information Office of Public Safety

Job Summary Actively patrol campus and enforce Georgia Law and University policies, procedures to support and promote a safe campus. This position has been identified by Federal Law (Jeanne Clery Act) as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), with significant student and campus responsibilities. Investigate accidents, crimes and other complaints

Appear and testify in campus judicial and Court hearings

Appear in court as needed

Assist other area law enforcement agencies as needed and requested

Follow departmental safety and risk management policies in performance of work

Maintain, repair and clean tools, equipment and work areas

High school diploma or equivalent

certification in Georgia as a basic law enforcement officer

O.S.T (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Certified as a basic law enforcement (police) Peace Officer or ability to obtain certification in six months after employment

Related work experience

Compensation Proposed Salary: $18.19 - $23.97 per hour

Required Documents to Attach Resume

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 proficiently use police equipment including vehicle, weapon, baton, and Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) spray

O.S.T (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Certified as a basic law enforcement (police) Peace Officer

Conduct research via internet and access data in police records management system, Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) database

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University\'s mission for student success

Knowledgeable about Georgia Law and office policies and procedures

Knowledge of Georgia Crime Information Center, National Crime Information Center facilities and services

Application review may begin on May 6, 2025

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. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. 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 Additionally, 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 United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

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.

Evening and weekend work may be required

Operating motor vehicle equipment (position is required to drive)

Travel

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