Campus Police Officer

Responsible For

Performs a variety of law enforcement and public service duties in a diverse environment.

Duties

• Patrols assigned area checking for crimes, prowlers, fires or other unusual, suspicious, or hazardous occurrences
• Notifies supervisor and/or proper authorities of unusual, suspicious, or hazardous events
• Regulates pedestrian and vehicular traffic; investigates traffic accidents and completes appropriate reports; issues citations for traffic law violations; and assists with regulation of parking
• Provides security for special college events
• Apprehends, arrests, and files charges on suspects when appropriate
• Testifies in court or at administrative hearings concerning violations and offenses
• Provides escort for bank deposits or money transfers within the college
• Completes oral and written or computerized reports related to department activities
• Investigates incidents that are violations of the law, college's rules, or the Student Code of Conduct, or that may be of interest to the college
• Provides motorist assists, escorts, or other non-emergency services as directed
• Performs related duties as directed.

Qualifications

• Education: State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Certification
• Skills: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Work Experience: Documented experience in a comparable/related position
• Other Qualifications: First-Aid/CPR/AED certification, Completion of FEMA appropriate courses