POLICE OFFICER
Company: University of Georgia
Location: Athens
Posted on: April 16, 2024
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Job Description:
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S11889P
Working Title
POLICE OFFICER
Department
UGA Police Department
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated
as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified
institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than
235 years of academic and professional achievements and our
continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked
among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.
The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65
miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta,
Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000
faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's
enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000
undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students.
Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a
medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA
Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
This position involves rotating shifts, there are no fixed shifts
available for this position.
Advertised Salary
$70,000
Posting Date
04/03/2024
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date
06/10/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
All external applicants MUST complete and submit, with all
requested paperwork, the UGA Police departmental application which
may be found on our web site at in addition to the on-line
application through UGA Human Resources
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic
information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or
protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or
assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this
search are encouraged to contact Central HR ().
Position Information
Classification Title
Police Officer
FLSA
Non-Exempt
FTE
1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires are least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please
contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of
education/experience in lieu of the required minimum
qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary
This is regular or special detail police work in protecting life
and property on the university campus. Work involves professional
response to the need for the prevention and detection of crimes,
and for generally maintaining law and order. Work also involves
patrolling assigned area, traffic enforcement, accident reporting,
and criminal investigations. Assignments are received from superior
officers and are carried out under established policies and
procedures. However, employee will exercise quick, independent, and
sound judgment and display initiative in applying work methods to
emergency situations which arise when superior officers are not
immediately available. Work has dedication to public service often
made difficult by emotional or physical stress of events. Work is
reviewed through conferences, written reports, inspections, and
observation of results obtained.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Knowledge of standard police practices and techniques.
Knowledge of the university properties, population, and traffic
control problems.
Knowledge of fire prevention techniques.
Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to
determine the proper course of action.
Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, and tactfully
and 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 skill 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.
Physical Demands
This position is that of a police officer and employees in this
position will be exposed to hazardous situations. Employees in this
position will work outside at times in extreme and inclement
weather.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial
resources?
No
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children
under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT
security, personnel records, patient records, or access to
chemicals and medications)
Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with
financial responsibilities. For additional information about the
credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check
website.
Background Investigation Policy
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Patrols a designated area of the campus on foot or in a patrol car
to preserve law and order, to prevent and discover the commission
of crimes, and to enforce traffic regulations; answer calls and
complaints involving fire, traffic or other accidents, robberies,
and other misdemeanors and felonies, and takes necessary police
action; makes arrests.
Conducts investigations of criminal activities, consisting of
collection and identification of evidence, questioning principals
and witnesses, case preparation, and testifying in court.
Investigates traffic accidents and performs related traffic control
functions.
Performs dispatcher duties such as operating telephone and
shortwave radios, and performing related clerical tasks. This
position has fast, efficient, and accurate receiving, dispatching,
and processing of calls and messages to and from police vehicles
and personnel.
Recovers stolen property; provides various types of public service
and assistance to students, faculty, staff, guests, and visitors on
the university campus; provides money escorts.
Percentage of time
75
Duties/Responsibilities
Prepares necessary records and reports.
Performs related work.
Percentage of time
25
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