Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Police Officer I on the Oconee campus. This position performs various duties in law enforcement including patrolling, investigating crimes, investigating motor vehicle accidents and securing all real property within the Board of Regents authority, and assuring all laws of the Board of Regents, county, and state are carried out in an efficient and effective manner in many situations that are highly dangerous, stressful, and unpredictable requiring quick judgment.
- Patrols assigned districts to assure all laws are enforced by checking building and complex's for any criminal activity such as broken windows and unlocked doors; arrests any suspects found in the commission of crimes; fills out arrest reports and transports the suspect to the Detention Center.
- Answers any calls from the public, students, faculty, and staff requesting assistance in burglaries, domestic violence, or any situation needing the response from law enforcement authorities.
- Responds to motor vehicle accidents in designated areas or assists in other areas as needed; assist EMT's firefighters, and other emergency personnel; performs first aid/CPR when necessary; provides emotional support to victims at the scene; directs traffic as necessary to prevent further accidents. Helps motorists with mechanical problems or calling wreckers when necessary; gives directions to motorists; remove debris from the roadways; escort parades, and provides direction during sports events when necessary; directs traffic at special events.
- Maintains pedestrian and traffic safety by stopping unsafe motorists, impaired drivers and speeding vehicles; issued citations or arrest drivers and impound vehicles as needed; reports any malfunctioning signals or damaged and missing signs. Inspects all police vehicles used for road safety by checking tire pressure and depth, oil, fuel, and reporting any unusual occurrences to the maintenance personnel and the next shift.
- Secures crime scenes. Identifies witnesses or suspects. Insures evidence is not disturbed. Notifies shift sergeant of the situation. May be required to assist investigator upon his/her arrival.
- May perform duties in any other positions as necessary and provide testimony in court.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of standard police practices and techniques.
- Knowledge of the university properties, population, and traffic control concerns.
- Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine the proper course of action.
- Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, and tactfully but with respect for the rights of others.
- Ability to react quickly and calmly under emergency conditions.
- Ability to obtain information through interview, interrogation, and observation.
- Ability to understand and execute difficult oral and written instructions.
- Ability to express ideas clearly, orally and in writing, and to prepare comprehensive records and reports.
- Ability to develop skills in the use and care of firearms.
- Ability to develop and maintain good public relations.
- Ability to meet such specific physical requirements as may be established by competent authority.
- Skill in furnishing first aid and comfort in case of accidents, illness, and death situations.
- Must possess the exceptional moral character of a law enforcement officer.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Valid Georgia Class C Driver's License; Georgia POST Law Enforcement Certification in good standing or ability to receive within one year of employment.
- Please Note: This position may be filled at a higher level depending on education and experience.
Minimum Starting Salary: $21.71 per hour.
Please Note: This position may be filled at a higher level depending on education and experience.
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Contact information for three professional references.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
- This position has financial responsibilities.
- This position will be required to drive.
- This role is considered a position of trust.
- This position requires security clearance.
Please note, the University of North Georgia career board updates daily and job postings are subject to be removed when closed or filled.
- Position of Trust + Credit