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Location

Gulfport, MS | United States

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Position Information

Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF FUNCTION:
The Campus Police Officer will report to the Chief of Police – Harrison County Campus. The officer will ensure the safety of the campus community by maintaining law and order on campus and enforcing college rules and regulations and laws of the State of Mississippi. The officer will investigate campus incidents and criminal acts such as larcenies, vandalism, disturbances, as well as respond to all campus emergencies.

Job Duties

1. Ensure safety of campus community by enforcing Mississippi state laws and campus rules and regulations, using appropriate procedures.
2. Complete and submit all required reports, logs and forms.
3. Report safety hazards found on campus to appropriate personnel.
4. Perform public relations tasks such as provide directions to visitors, escort faculty and students as requested, and assist the campus community whenever possible.
5. Lock /unlock doors as required and ensure security of campus buildings.
6. Turn security lighting on/off as required.
7. Assist in the supervision of student activities when requested by appropriate administrators.
8. Prepare all necessary evidence for Campus judicial hearings and/or criminal court.
9. Investigate campus crimes and incidents.
10. Monitor and enforce all traffic and parking regulations.
11. Inform Chief of Police and appropriate administrators of major campus incidents daily or as needed.
12. Issue parking tags to students.
13. Cooperate with and report any hazards or necessary repairs to the maintenance department.
14. Pick-up and deliver campus mail and bank deposits as needed.
15. Maintain a good working relationship with other law enforcement and emergency response agencies.
16. Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief of Police, assistant Chief of Police, Dean of Business Services, and Campus Vice President.

Mandatory Qualifications

1. Hold a current Full Time Professional Certificate awarded by the Board on Law Enforcement Standards and Training of the State of Mississippi (qualified Mississippi Law Enforcement Officer under the Provisions of Chapter 474, General Laws of Mississippi, 1981).
2. Ability to perform physically active duties (walking campus, directing traffic, lift at least 20 pounds).
3. Exceptional communication and customer service skills.
4. Demonstrated experience in use of computers and related software.
5. Pass a background investigation.
6. Complete official college application form, resume, and transcripts.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Two-years of law enforcement experience.
2. First Aid, CPR, hazardous materials and/or other emergency response training.
3. Experience in a community college or educational setting.
4. Associate of Science Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
5. Documented investigative training and experience.

EEO Statement

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer, P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi 39573, telephone number 601-528-8735, email address [email protected].

The College:

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including: Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, Mississippi Gulf Coast Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS.


State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs.

Classification

Hourly

Posting Detail Information

Open Date

01/02/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

For more information on the position, please contact (Name, Address, Phone, and Email):

Jason King, Chief of Police
2226 Switzer Road
Gulfport, MS 39507
228-896-2516
[email protected]

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