Campus Police Officer - PT (Talent Pool)

Job Description:

Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is seeking highly qualified applicants for its Campus Police Officer (P/T) position, in the Public Safety division.  This position is located on Atlanta Tech's main campus, just South of Downtown Atlanta. 

Under general supervision, the Campus Police Officer (P/T) will be responsible performing specialized police work in protecting life and property, preventing violations, enforcing laws and regulations on college property and apprehending violators within police jurisdiction.  Patrols campus areas on foot or by motorized vehicle; issues citations and warnings.  Directs traffic and enforces traffic laws and regulations.  Maintains watch over buildings and grounds; checks doors and windows.  Observes and /or investigates suspicious actions or persons, and dangerous or defective conditions.  Reports and investigates accidents, vandalism, thefts and fire.   Gives directions and other information to the public, as requested.  Maintains records of accidents and investigations.  Supports students, faculty and staff on matters regarding campus regulations.  Investigates traffic accidents, questions drivers and witnesses, and assists injured; records pertinent data describing scene and circumstances.   Must possess and demonstrate the ability to meet the qualifying standards established for POST positions.  Applicants must also successfully pass the pre-employment process and meet other requirements for certification as a peace officer by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST).   Applicants must meet the following medical standards: Vision of 20/60 uncorrected in each eye, and corrected vision to 20/40 or better in both eyes with glasses or contact lenses.  Must possess and demonstrate the ability to read and write reports, comprehend and respond to business correspondence, and instructional materials; must possess and demonstrate the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students, managers and the general public; ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of both concrete and abstract ideas.  Shifts for individual officers will be coordinated through the Atlanta Technical College Department of Public Safety and Security.

Minimum Requirements:

Must possess and demonstrate a high school diploma or equivalent, AND five (5) years of work related experience; must  possess and demonstrate a current Georgia POST certification.   Must also possess and continue to maintain P.O.S.T Certification, as well as possess and demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.  Must demonstrate graduation from a P.O.S.T. Certified Georgia Police Academy (Corrections, Juvenile and Probation Certifications do NOT qualify for these Positions.)

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, preference may be given to candidates who possess and demonstrate a considerable knowledge of standard police practices and procedures; considerable knowledge of first-aid and fire prevention techniques.  Must possess and demonstrate the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; and possess and demonstrate the ability to conduct investigations and prepare reports; and possess and demonstrate the ability to enforce campus regulations.  

WORK SCHEDULE:  Must be able to work a flexible schedule. 

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

As set forth in its student catalog, Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). For further information regarding these laws (Title VI and IX) contact Mattie Goss, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Center, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: mgoss@atlantatech.edu. To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment (Section 504/ADA), contact Mattie Goss, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Atlanta Technical College, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: mgoss@atlantatech.edu. Faculty and staff with questions about equity or reasonable accommodations should contact Georgina Dumay, Director, Human Resources, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 180A, Atlanta Technical College 1560 Metropolitan Pkwy. SW, Atlanta Georgia 30310. gdumay@atlantatech.edu  

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