Summary
Part-Time Certified Police OfficerYou must 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.Job Title - Part-Time Certified Police OfficerWorking Title - Reserve Police Officer PTPosition Type - StaffDepartment - Police Department and Campus SafetyPosting Number - 201201440Full or Part Time - Part TimeBenefit Eligible - NoTenure/Non-Tenure Track - Non-Tenure TrackSalary Basis - HourlyPosition Summary InformationResponsibilities - The 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.Qualifications - Must be physically fit and be 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, golf cart, ATV, bicycle, or other all-terrain vehicles. The candidate must be a board-certified police officer.Salary - Commensurate with experience and qualificationsMinimum Qualifications - High School Diploma or GED. Applicants must be certified as a Law Enforcement Officer through P.O.S.T. (Peace Officers Standard and Training) or currently in the Academy. Must have a valid Mississippi Drivers License.Preferred Qualifications - Prior Campus Law Enforcement Experience Sixty hours of College coursework, an Associate's Degree or an undergraduate degree in a related field is preferred.Special Instructions to Applicants - You must 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 Information - Start Date of Employment to be DeterminedOpen Date - 10/05/2023Close DateOpen Until Filled - Yes
Job Description
Part-Time Certified Police OfficerYou must 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.Job Title - Part-Time Certified Police OfficerWorking Title - Reserve Police Officer PTPosition Type - StaffDepartment - Police Department and Campus SafetyPosting Number - 201201440Full or Part Time - Part TimeBenefit Eligible - NoTenure/Non-Tenure Track - Non-Tenure TrackSalary Basis - HourlyPosition Summary InformationResponsibilities - The 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.Qualifications - Must be physically fit and be 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, golf cart, ATV, bicycle, or other all-terrain vehicles. The candidate must be a board-certified police officer.Salary - Commensurate with experience and qualificationsMinimum Qualifications - High School Diploma or GED. Applicants must be certified as a Law Enforcement Officer through P.O.S.T. (Peace Officers Standard and Training) or currently in the Academy. Must have a valid Mississippi Drivers License.Preferred Qualifications - Prior Campus Law Enforcement Experience Sixty hours of College coursework, an Associate's Degree or an undergraduate degree in a related field is preferred.Special Instructions to Applicants - You must 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 Information - Start Date of Employment to be DeterminedOpen Date - 10/05/2023Close DateOpen Until Filled - Yes
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