Job Title: Police Officer
Location: Augusta University
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 243865
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Responsibilities The duties include, but are not limited to:

• Patrol a designated area of the University, preserve law and order, be alert for and control commission of crimes
• Lock and unlock buildings for faculty, students and employees; Provide escort services as needed
• Answer calls and/or complaints of fire or other accidents, and enforce traffic regulation
• Prepare necessary records and reports
• Assist police dispatcher as necessary
• Exercise quick, sound judgment and apply prescribed procedures to emergency situations; Restrain uncooperative persons
• Conduct investigations - collect and identify evidence, question principals and witnesses, testify in court
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications High School Diploma, GED or equivalent from a recognized State or Federal accredited organization
Must be 18
Must have a valid driver's license
Must have first aid skills; possess moral and ethical character
Must be POST certified or be able to gain certification by POST AcademyPreferred Qualifications Knowledge of Federal Communication's Rules and Regulations.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge and skill in the use of firearms
• Knowledge of standard police practices and techniques
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases
• Ability to maintain complex records; Perform well under stress in a calm, efficient manner
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and make responsible decisions especially decisions regarding use of force

Shift/Salary/Benefits Shift: Days/M-F Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the positionRecruitment Period: 5/24/2022 - Until FilledConditions of Employment All candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during the course of their employment and beyond.Credit Check This position will require the acquisition of a P-Card and/or handle cash, credit or other sensitive information and will require a satisfactory Consumer Credit check as a condition of employment.Driver's License Statement The Human Resources Division will request a driver's history report for the identified top candidate(s) for this position. We will initiate this through our Background Check Vendor; this report will come from the Department of Motor Vehicles. The selected candidate must have a valid driver’s license.Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. “Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner everyday with patients and families for success.”Augusta University is a tobacco free environment and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.