Police Officer

Atlanta, GA
Morehouse College Police Department

Position Summary:

GA Peace Officers Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.) certified Police Officer with full power of arrest, who will be responsible for issues involving personal safety and security of students/staff/faculty and property of Morehouse College and other outside facilities/functions and the enforcement of state and federal laws and enforce college statutes and regulations.

Essential Functions:

  • Any other duties as prescribed by Chief of Police, his/her Designee or Supervisor.
  • Coordinate with Supervisors regarding goals of department.
  • Exercise independent judgment in emergency situations involving danger to life and/or property.
  • In the execution of duties, work in close cooperation with Morehouse College and the immediate community, other law enforcement agencies, mental health, governmental, community, health, emergency, criminal justice and legal entities.
  • Provide protection and assistance to persons and property on campus, which includes enforcement of federal and state laws and campus rules and regulations.
  • Provide security for campus special events, social and sports events.
  • Respond to, investigate, document and complete accurate case reports on criminal, non-emergency and emergency incidents and detail information and action taken.

Requirements:

  • High School education or equivalent
  • Current Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.) Basic Law Enforcement Certification, in good standing
  • Minimum experience of 3 years in police work
  • Minimum of 21 years old and possess a valid driver’s license
  • No felony convictions
  • Good oral and written communication and inter-personal skills.
  • A strong work ethic and the ability to exercise sound judgment.
  • Must possess the ability establish and maintain effective working relationship with diverse campus community.
  • Exhibit good customer service skills.
  • Must have substantive knowledge of and experience with community policing principles and practices
  • Proficiency in maintenance and use of firearm.
  • IT literate and basic proficiency in operation of standard office equipment