Patrol Officer

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Patrol Officer.

Position Details LocationHattiesburg

118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States DivisionUniversity Police Position TypeStaff Employment StatusFull Time Grant FundedNo Salary Range17.31 - 17.31 Posting Close Date11/22/19

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applicants should apply through the online employment portal at The University of Southern Mississippi where you can upload your resume and cover letter.

Job Summary

Performs law enforcement and police department duties involving the protection of life and property through the enforcement of state laws and university rules and regulations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Adheres to university and department policies, procedures, and regulations.

2. Performs law enforcement activities; to include enforcing federal, state, and local laws and USM rules and regulations, responding to emergency calls involving crimes, disturbances, accidents, personal injuries, fires, natural disasters, etc.; investigating crimes and violations of USM rules and regulations, accidents, etc.; engaging in proactive police activities to prevent crimes, disorder, property loss, accidents, etc.; providing a wide range of community services involving traffic and crowd control, security at special events, crisis intervention, referrals, escorts, motorist assistance, public information, emergency notification, medical assistance, etc.

3. Participates in the planning and implementation of crime prevention and personal safety programs and services, to include interacting with students, faculty, staff, and others to solve problems related to safety, security, and crime issues; conducting programs to educate the public about crime prevention and personal safety; conducting security inspections of physical facilities; and providing escort services.

4. Participates in risk management and loss prevention programs and services, to include identifying and correcting situations which pose a threat to personal safety as well as property loss/damage; investigating incidents which result in personal injury and property loss/damage; and conducting programs to educate the public about risk management and loss prevention.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED); or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

One to three months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Valid Mississippi Driver’s License

Mississippi Law Enforcement Certification

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Basic knowledge and skill within Windows-based computers and software applications, to include Microsoft Office applications, ability to use email to send and receive correspondence, proficiency in use of search engines.

Preferred Qualifications

Use of personal computer and associated software, police radio, firearms, investigative equipment and resources, photographic and video equipment, basic office equipment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is a comprehensive public research institution delivering transformative programs on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites in central and southern Mississippi, as well as online. Founded in 1910, USM is one of only 130 universities in the nation to earn the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education's "R1: Doctoral Universities - Very high research activity" designation, and its robust research enterprise includes experts in ocean science and engineering, polymer science and engineering, and sport venue safety and security, among others. USM is also one of only 40 institutions in the nation accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music. As an economic driver, USM generates an annual economic impact of more than $600 million across the state. USM welcomes a diverse student body of approximately 15,000, representing 71 countries, all 50 states, and every county in Mississippi. USM students have collected four Truman Scholarships and 36 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, while also leading Mississippi with 24 Goldwater Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great research scientists. Home to the Golden Eagles, USM competes in 17 Division I sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.