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  • Police Officer (Multiple Opportunities)

  • Delta State University
  • Jackson, Mississippi 39212 United States View Map

Summary

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.Please see Special Instructions for more details.If applicable, please attach proof of certification as a Law Enforcement Officer from a POST agency in MS or another State, and be eligible for transfer if outside MS.Position InformationJob TitleWorking TitleWorking Title Police OfficerPosition TypePosition Type StaffDepartmentDepartment Police Department and Campus SafetyPosting NumberPosting Number 201201688Full or Part TimeFull or Part Time Full TimeBenefit Eligible YesIf Other, Please Explain:Salary BasisSalary Basis 12 monthIf Other, Please Explain:Salary will vary depending on the Candidate's certification level and years of experience via step pay levels for law enforcementPosition Summary InformationResponsibilitiesThe officer is responsible for protecting life and property utilizing effective crime prevention techniques, and apprehending criminals. The officer will enforce university, state and applicable federal laws, regulations and policies. The officer may be assigned to traffic and crowd control as well as securing buildings after business operations have ceased. The officer must be able to act soundly without direct supervision, and to exercise independent judgment in dealing with emergency situations.QualificationsMust be physically fit and able to walk, run, climb, and crawl to the extent prescribed by the Board on Law Enforcement Standards and Training.Candidate must have good verbal communication as well as written communication skills.Must be able to operate a motor vehicle including a car, truck, ATV , or other vehicles.The candidate must be a board-certified police officer, able to obtain a transitional status by being Post certified in another state or be able to obtain POST certification within one (1) year of appointment.Salary Commensurate with experience and qualificationsMinimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED .Applicants must be certified as a Law Enforcement Officer through P.O.S.T. (Peace Officers Standard and Training), POST certified in another US State, currently in the Academy or obtain POST certification within one (1) year of appointment.Preferred QualificationsAssociate's Degree or an undergraduate degree in a related field is preferred.Special Instructions to ApplicantsIf applicable, please attach proof of certification as a Law Enforcement Officer from a POST agency in MS or another State, and be eligible for transfer if outside MS.Additional InformationOpen DateOpen Date 02/12/2026Close DateOpen Until Filled YesPosting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Are you currently certified as a law enforcement officer in Mississippi by the State (BLEOST) or in another state and able to transfer certification within one year?yesnoother state* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?DSU EmployeeDSU Job WebsiteInvited by Department to ApplyMS State Employment ServiceHigherEdJobsChronicle of Higher EducationDiverse IssuesIndeed.comOther* Will you now or in the future require "sponsorship" for an employment based visa status?YesNoRequired DocumentsResumeCover Letter/Letter of ApplicationOptional DocumentsOther DocumentDelta State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.Delta State University is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from sexual and gender-based discrimination or harassment. Our goal is for all to have equal access to the many great services and opportunities we offer. For more information, or to report an incident, see or email titleix@deltastate.edu .#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.Please see Special Instructions for more details.If applicable, please attach proof of certification as a Law Enforcement Officer from a POST agency in MS or another State, and be eligible for transfer if outside MS.Position InformationJob TitleWorking TitleWorking Title Police OfficerPosition TypePosition Type StaffDepartmentDepartment Police Department and Campus SafetyPosting NumberPosting Number 201201688Full or Part TimeFull or Part Time Full TimeBenefit Eligible YesIf Other, Please Explain:Salary BasisSalary Basis 12 monthIf Other, Please Explain:Salary will vary depending on the Candidate's certification level and years of experience via step pay levels for law enforcementPosition Summary InformationResponsibilitiesThe officer is responsible for protecting life and property utilizing effective crime prevention techniques, and apprehending criminals. The officer will enforce university, state and applicable federal laws, regulations and policies. The officer may be assigned to traffic and crowd control as well as securing buildings after business operations have ceased. The officer must be able to act soundly without direct supervision, and to exercise independent judgment in dealing with emergency situations.QualificationsMust be physically fit and able to walk, run, climb, and crawl to the extent prescribed by the Board on Law Enforcement Standards and Training.Candidate must have good verbal communication as well as written communication skills.Must be able to operate a motor vehicle including a car, truck, ATV , or other vehicles.The candidate must be a board-certified police officer, able to obtain a transitional status by being Post certified in another state or be able to obtain POST certification within one (1) year of appointment.Salary Commensurate with experience and qualificationsMinimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED .Applicants must be certified as a Law Enforcement Officer through P.O.S.T. (Peace Officers Standard and Training), POST certified in another US State, currently in the Academy or obtain POST certification within one (1) year of appointment.Preferred QualificationsAssociate's Degree or an undergraduate degree in a related field is preferred.Special Instructions to ApplicantsIf applicable, please attach proof of certification as a Law Enforcement Officer from a POST agency in MS or another State, and be eligible for transfer if outside MS.Additional InformationOpen DateOpen Date 02/12/2026Close DateOpen Until Filled YesPosting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Are you currently certified as a law enforcement officer in Mississippi by the State (BLEOST) or in another state and able to transfer certification within one year?yesnoother state* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?DSU EmployeeDSU Job WebsiteInvited by Department to ApplyMS State Employment ServiceHigherEdJobsChronicle of Higher EducationDiverse IssuesIndeed.comOther* Will you now or in the future require "sponsorship" for an employment based visa status?YesNoRequired DocumentsResumeCover Letter/Letter of ApplicationOptional DocumentsOther DocumentDelta State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.Delta State University is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from sexual and gender-based discrimination or harassment. Our goal is for all to have equal access to the many great services and opportunities we offer. For more information, or to report an incident, see or email titleix@deltastate.edu .#J-18808-Ljbffr

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