Police Officer

Position Summary:

Provides routine police services which include: the protection of life and property; foot and motorized patrol of assigned areas; enforcement of state laws, city ordinances, and College rules and regulations. This position conducts investigations of incidents and prepares reports to document a broad spectrum of occurrences.

Essential Functions:

• Ensures the safety and security of Spelman College staff, facilities, students, and visitors;
• Ensures that all campus rules and regulations are enforced;
• Exercises powers of arrest under provisions of current Georgia law;
• Conducts investigations, collects evidence, and testifies in court;
• Functions as communications dispatcher answering phones and short wave radios and performs related clerical tasks;
• Conducts foot and/or motorized patrols of assigned areas;
• Writes incident reports and interviews victims and witnesses;
• Enforces traffic laws, rules, and regulations.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent plus current certification as a Peace Officer under Georgia P.O.S.T. guidelines at the time of employment is required.
• Good communication skills are required to express ideas clearly and obtain accurate information through interview, interrogation, and observations. The ability to understand and execute difficult oral and written instructions is a must. Written communication skills are required to prepare comprehensive records and reports.
• Must be able to rotate to various shifts as staffing needs change or as required for special details.
• Current certification as a Peace Officer under Georgia P.O.S.T. guidelines .
• Current valid Georgia driver’s license is required.