Police Officer

Fort Valley, GA
Fort Valley State University

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for enforcing local, state, and federal laws. This position also requires community policing that involves three key components: developing community partnerships, engaging in problem solving, and implementing community policing activities.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrols the campus to preserve safety and security.
  • Interviews witnesses and suspects.
  • Enforces traffic and parking violations.
  • Checks AEDs and fire extinguishers.
  • Arrests person(s) suspected of crimes.
  • Testifies in court as needed.
  • Conducts building inspections for the safety of the campus.
  • Provides jump-offs as requested.
  • Provides directions and information to visitors.
  • Answers calls and complaints involving fire, traffic, accidents, robberies, and other issues; provides necessary response.
  • Ensures students abide by the student code of conduct.
  • Investigates crimes against person(s) and property.
  • Searches for and evaluates evidence.
  • Reviews security camera footage for evidence.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • More than one year of related experience required or the ability to obtain Georgia POST Police certification within 1 year.
  • Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
  • Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Police Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia.