Police Officer (Full-time certified)

Delta State University

Police Officer (Full-time certified)

Position Type: Staff

Department: Police Department and Campus Safety

Posting Number: 201201200

Full or Part Time: Full Time

Tenure/Non-Tenure: Non-Tenure Track

Salary Basis: 12 month

Responsibilities:
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 extend 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. Candidate must be a board certified police officer.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.Prior Campus Law Enforcement Experience
Sixty hours of College coursework, an Associate’s Degree or an undergraduate degree in a related field is preferred.

Salary:
12 monthCommensurate with experience and qualifications

Minimum 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 Determined

Open Date: 09/22/2021

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: Click Here

Delta State University is committed to a policy of equal employment and educational opportunity. Delta State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the University.

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