Police Sergeant

Police Sergeant

Job ID: 305764
Location: Georgia Southern - Swainsboro
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher learning south of Atlanta, and one of the most dynamic public universities in the Southeast.

Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern has grown from a single-purpose college into a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with 149 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, serving 31,600 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and more than 100 nations.

Four distinct campuses extend Georgia Southern's reach across the region: a 900-acre quintessential college campus in Statesboro, anchored by Georgian-style red-brick buildings set among oaks and pines; the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, minutes from historic downtown and a short drive from the beaches of Tybee Island; a modern, purpose-built facility in Hinesville serving local and military-affiliated students; and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro, an outdoor oasis nestled on a 385-acre pine forest, offering expanded pathways to higher education for students across southeast Georgia.

Through ten colleges, the Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing, the College of Arts and Humanities, the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the College of Education, the College of Science and Mathematics, the Jack N. Averitt College of Graduate Studies, the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, the Parker College of Business, the Waters College of Health Professions and University College, Georgia Southern delivers academic programs backed by real-world experience, research with regional and national impact, and a faculty committed to helping every student go further than they thought possible.

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and holding specialized accreditation across its professional programs, Georgia Southern prepares graduates who are ready to lead, contribute and soar beyond, in Georgia, across the nation and around the world.

For more information, visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu.

Location

East Georgia Campus, Swainsboro, GA

Department Information

Office of Public Safety

Job Summary

Directs law enforcement personnel in the performance of duties related to the protection of life and property, enforcement of criminal and traffic laws, prevention of crime, preservation of the public peace, apprehension of suspected law violators, and the rendering of aid or service in accordance with the mission, goals, and objectives of the Georgia Southern University Division of Public Safety. Provides field support through assumption of all duties and responsibilities required of a police officer. Responsible for ensuring ongoing training / professional development of assigned personnel, maintenance of good order and discipline, administrative tasks, and evaluation of personnel.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A CSA is an individual who, by virtue of their responsibilities, is designated to receive and obligated to report criminal incidents to the institution's Clery Coordinator for publication in the Annual Security Report. This position involves shift work based on the needs of Georgia Southern University and the Division of Public Safety. Employees must have the ability to work flexible shift hours and schedules that include weekends, holidays, and evenings. Employees may be required to remain on duty beyond a normal shift and must be available to report for duty without prior notice due to on-call status, special events, emergencies, or personnel shortages.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, assign, direct, and review work and activities of subordinate personnel during an assigned shift; supervise police response to a variety of law enforcement situations; provide guidance and direction to subordinate personnel.
• Receive, review, approve, or direct the correction of submitted reports and documentation.
• Monitor work activities and conduct periodic personnel and equipment inspections to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, and directives.
• Conduct performance evaluations on subordinate personnel; counsel personnel on work performance and document strengths and deficiencies; respond to, investigate, and resolve citizen complaints regarding police activities.
• Provide direct instruction through delivery of in-service and/or roll call training; mentor subordinate personnel in career development.
• Responsible for approval of timesheet submissions and requests for leave.
• Brief the chain of command on investigative matters, personnel concerns, and/or critical incidents.
• Fulfill annual professional development/training requirements as prescribed by the Georgia P.O.S.T. Council, Georgia Southern University, and the Division of Public Safety.
• Promote positive campus relations through delivery of crime prevention programming and active involvement in campus events.
• Perform all duties outlined in the police officer job description.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

• Three (3) of more years of related experience

Other Required Qualifications

• Georgia P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer Certification (in good standing)
• Georgia P.O.S.T. Supervision Certification
• Georgia P.O.S.T. Instructor - Level 1 Basic / In-Service (or higher)
• Georgia P.O.S.T. Field Training Officer Certification

• Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated (Class C or higher)

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's degree

Preferred Experience

• (5) or more years of progressive law enforcement experience
• (2) or more years of law enforcement supervisory experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of requisite Georgia P.O.S.T. specialty/career development certifications

Proposed Salary

$29.14 - $37.16 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Four (4) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to develop and present visual aids and other instructional materials on a variety of in-service subjects to meet specific training needs
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships and rapport with others, while maintaining the necessary balance to ensure that critical objectives are met (e.g., demonstrating the appropriate amount of empathy based on the circumstances); includes being able to de-escalate and resolve interpersonal conflicts or misunderstandings

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Competency in the application of modern methods, procedures, and techniques used in providing a full range of law enforcement and crime prevention services and activities including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, record keeping, records management, automated records systems, search and seizure, care and custody of persons and property, and crime prevention.
• Comprehensive knowledge of policies, procedures, general orders, and directives regarding conduct of personnel, field operations, critical incidents, preliminary investigations, and documentation / reporting protocols
• Competency in the design, organization, and delivery of in-service training programs to meet the development needs of personnel and effectively evaluate program results

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Skill in the application of knowledge and reasoning to make prompt, rational, and effective decisions in both routine and emergency situations (e.g., being decisive when immediate action is required); may include ambiguous situations where there is incomplete information and unknown factors.
• Skill in analyzing problems by seeking out information; evaluating the importance, quality, and relevance of information; and considering alternative approaches and their implications (e.g., using prior learning or experience to understand a problem more thoroughly); this is not recognition of a problem or decision-making
• Skill in establishing and executing operational goals by effectively planning and prioritizing activities (e.g., identifying and directing resources efficiently and effectively to achieve objectives)
• Skill in directing and mentoring others to establish, align, and achieve organizational and work unit objectives, as well as to develop the performance of others (e.g., monitoring the progress of assigned personnel); includes setting clear performance expectations for others

Apply Before Date

Novermber 17, 2026

Application review may begin as early as November 17, 2026.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University 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.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Work generally performed in an office environment
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
• Travel may be required

Background Check

• Position of Trust

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