University Police Officer

Washington, DC
Georgetown University

Position Summary:

The University Police Officer performs law enforcement functions on University property necessary to protect the life, well-being, and property of students, faculty, staff, visitors, dignitaries, and others. They provide this through policing, patrol, event security, investigation, understanding access control systems, circulation and safety systems, effect arrests, and emergency response as outlined in General Orders and Special Orders, as directed by superior officers, and as proscribed in the Consortium of Universities Law Enforcement Training Academy (or equivalent) and other departmental trainings.

Essential Functions:

  • Support the university community by establishing and maintaining an environment in which all community members can go safely about their varied activities in the best interest of the university.
  • Accurately and thoroughly prepare incident reports, safeguarding information and evidence to ensure successful follow up and resolution.
  • Initiate preliminary investigations of criminal and traffic incidents, conducting traffic enforcement and providing first responder aid when required.
  • Support and provide assistance to persons who have been victims of crime, attending court for case review and testimony whenever necessary, regardless of other commitments.
  • As part of the community-oriented policing program, regularly gather and report intelligence related to public safety and crime prevention, conducting crime risk analysis within the campus assigned area
  • Identify and analyze recurring community problems and work to identify responses to them, preparing and coordinating tasks to be accomplished within the campus assigned area.
  • Prepare evaluation reports describing task accomplishment related to community policing goals and objectives.
  • Conduct speaking presentations on topics, which have been identified through surveys and analysis without supervision.
  • In furtherance of the university’s higher education objectives, become well acquainted with members of the University community.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma (or equivalent)
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen, at least 21 years of age, possess/maintain a valid driver’s license, and must be able to pass Georgetown University driver’s certification
  • All applicants are subject to a written test, a report writing test, drug test, physical examination by a medical doctor to University specifications, and extensive psychological testing
  • Must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation
  • For Non-Lateral Hires: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Campus Special Police Officer Commission
  • Must be able to complete all required university police training to include certification in Arrest Control Tactics, Baton, and OC-based Aerosol Subject Restraint
  • Training includes successful completion of the Consortium of Universities Law Enforcement Academy within the probation period
  • For Lateral Hires: Must have current certification in Baton/OC Spray
  • Must have successfully completed the Consortium of Universities Law Enforcement Academy or equivalent training and certification from a civilian or military law enforcement academy
  • Should have basic to intermediate knowledge of criminal and civil law and police policies and procedures
  • Must be comfortable using computers including Microsoft Word, and email and/or the ability to learn these applications is essential
  • Must possess tact, patience, a professional and courteous demeanor, and a pleasant personality in order to deal with students, staff, faculty, visitors, and community members
  • Must respect the use of police powers in relation to a University environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including report writing, are essential