Police Officer I

Police Officer I

Georgia State University 

Finance & Administration

Police Department

At the Georgia State University Police Department, we approach our work with passion to be excellent, to focus on safety to our campuses and university community by providing safety services through professional community-oriented policing. 

The Georgia State University Police Department provides law enforcement, security and safety services to the university community and the immediate surrounding areas, ensuring a safe environment for our students, faculty, staff and neighbors. 

Georgia State boasts one of the largest university police forces in the state with 160 officers across all six Atlanta metro campuses. 

The department is accredited and certified by the following organizations: Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), The International Association of Campus Law Enforcement (IACLEA) and the State of Georgia Law Enforcement Certification Program. 

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team. 

The Georgia State University Police Department is seeking a Police Officer III to join the already awesome team in keeping the Police Department at the level of excellence that it has strived to become and sustain. 

WHAT MAKES THE POLICE DEPARTMENT A GREAT PLACE?

• Flexible work environment. 
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

This position performs specialized police work in protecting life and property, preventing violations, enforcing laws and regulations on University property and apprehending violators within police jurisdiction.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Patrols campus areas on foot or by motorized vehicle; issues citations and warnings.
• Directs traffic and enforces traffic laws and regulations. 
• Maintains watch over buildings and grounds; checks doors and windows. 
• Observes and/or investigates suspicious actions or persons, and dangerous or defective conditions. 
• Reports and investigates accidents, vandalism, thefts and fire. Assists in the location of lost or stolen property. 
• Gives directions and other information to the public as requested. Maintains records of accidents and investigations. 
• Gives warnings and issues tickets to the public. Advises students, faculty, and staff on campus regulations. 
• Investigates traffic accidents, questions drivers and witnesses, and assists injured; records pertinent data describing scene and circumstances. 

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED and must be a U.S. citizen.
• Not have been convicted of a felony or have an adverse driving history.
• Have 20/20 vision or corrected 20/20 vision.
• Be willing to undergo a psychological exam, polygraph/computer voice stress analyzer(CVSA), complete a physical ability test- (timed obstacle course); must complete an entry level law enforcement exam; fingerprinting and drug screening test; have the physical ability to perform the essential job functions; must be able to pass thorough background investigation.
• Valid Georgia Driver's License required at the time of employment.

Preferred Requirements:

• Considerable knowledge of standard police practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of the GSU campus and its traffic patterns.
• Knowledge of first aid. Knowledge of fire prevention techniques.
• Ability to conduct investigations and prepare report.
• Ability to enforce campus regulations.
• Effective oral and written communication skills. 

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume

Must be willing to submit and pass a thorough background check. An offer of employment will be conditional on background verification, drug screen, finger prints, physical agility, etc. Employment applications received by 12/15/2023 will receive priority consideration for this opportunity. If your application is submitted after this date, your application will be considered only if a candidate is not selected from those applications received by this date.