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Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) , founded in 2005, is dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience. GGC believes that our students’ success is our success and is committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.
Job Summary As a sworn Peace Officer, this position creates and maintains a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests, and protects campus property. The role performs all duties expected of a sworn police officer, including public safety enforcement, security, and campus services. This is a position of trust, reporting to a Division Sergeant or Lieutenant, and is subject to thorough background checks and other pre‑employment requirements.
Responsibilities
Respond (by vehicle or on foot) to reported incidents and emergencies; conduct preliminary and follow‑up investigations of crimes, traffic offenses, parking violations, and policy infractions; intervene, interview individuals, or conduct surveillance to determine causes of accidents or disturbances; prepare reports, affidavits, and evidence for legal prosecution or referral; provide victim and witness assistance; pursue and secure criminal offenders; attend and testify in court, grand jury, and college proceedings.
Provide community‑oriented police services by working with employees, students, and visitors to address safety issues, crime prevention, and campus community problems; render first aid to injured or sick persons; coordinate emergency rescue units; evacuate or restrict access from potentially dangerous locations.
Physically control violent persons when required, exercising good judgment, discretion, and self‑control in the discharge of duties. Maintain confidentiality of all information obtained during employment.
Direct traffic on campus property or roadways, using vests and flashlights; set up barricades and traffic cones to form directional lanes; move disabled vehicles from accidents when necessary.
Work under general supervision, frequently in hazardous conditions, inclement weather, and varying lighting; provide mutual aid to other agencies when required.
Supervisors monitor activities personally or via camera recordings, radio; review reports; inspect uniforms, equipment, and vehicles; evaluate performance.
Schedule may include day, evening, or morning shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime. Sudden changes to assignments, longer shifts, or duties typical of a Sergeant or other senior role may be required.
Perform other duties as assigned by division or unit.
Required Qualifications
High School diploma or GED.
Twenty‑one years of age or older.
GAPOST‑certified peace officer in good standing. Current GAPOST professional profile must be submitted.
Applicants certified by a non‑GAPOST law enforcement agency may be considered with official certification and training records.
All certified applicants must submit a current official certification profile and be in good standing, unblemished by prior termination, suspension, probation, or unpaid fees.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate Degree.
Bachelor’s Degree.
Current employment or employment in the last 12 months as a peace officer with a GAPOST‑recognized agency.
Knowledge of police methods, practices, and procedures and ability to apply them in specific situations.
Knowledge of terminology and lawful applications of law enforcement procedures, traffic law, criminal law, and criminal procedural law.
Proposed Salary $45,300 - $50,900
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Communicate effectively by phone, police radio, or in person.
Work cooperatively with employees of other departments and agencies.
Organize, prioritize, and complete assigned work under pressure.
Work prescribed division, unit, or program shift hours with rotating off‑days, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Operate basic computer programs (Word, Excel, Internet) and police record systems.
Understand federal, state, city criminal, traffic, procedural laws, ordinances, and court decisions.
Use firearms, less lethal weapons, and police vehicles safely.
Perform CPR, AED, stop‑the‑bleed, and naloxone/Narcan procedures.
Maintain confidentiality and integrity in all duties.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education and the System Office. USG’s core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do and each member is required to uphold them. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Conditions of Employment Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility at acceptance. Offers are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check, credit check, and pre‑employment drug test. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status, as required by applicable federal and state laws. For individuals requiring disability‑related accommodations, please contact HR at (678) 407‑5746 or email hr@ggc.edu.
Background Check Position of Trust + Credit
Other Information Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply unless selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.
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Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) , founded in 2005, is dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience. GGC believes that our students’ success is our success and is committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.
Job Summary As a sworn Peace Officer, this position creates and maintains a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests, and protects campus property. The role performs all duties expected of a sworn police officer, including public safety enforcement, security, and campus services. This is a position of trust, reporting to a Division Sergeant or Lieutenant, and is subject to thorough background checks and other pre‑employment requirements.
Responsibilities
Respond (by vehicle or on foot) to reported incidents and emergencies; conduct preliminary and follow‑up investigations of crimes, traffic offenses, parking violations, and policy infractions; intervene, interview individuals, or conduct surveillance to determine causes of accidents or disturbances; prepare reports, affidavits, and evidence for legal prosecution or referral; provide victim and witness assistance; pursue and secure criminal offenders; attend and testify in court, grand jury, and college proceedings.
Provide community‑oriented police services by working with employees, students, and visitors to address safety issues, crime prevention, and campus community problems; render first aid to injured or sick persons; coordinate emergency rescue units; evacuate or restrict access from potentially dangerous locations.
Physically control violent persons when required, exercising good judgment, discretion, and self‑control in the discharge of duties. Maintain confidentiality of all information obtained during employment.
Direct traffic on campus property or roadways, using vests and flashlights; set up barricades and traffic cones to form directional lanes; move disabled vehicles from accidents when necessary.
Work under general supervision, frequently in hazardous conditions, inclement weather, and varying lighting; provide mutual aid to other agencies when required.
Supervisors monitor activities personally or via camera recordings, radio; review reports; inspect uniforms, equipment, and vehicles; evaluate performance.
Schedule may include day, evening, or morning shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime. Sudden changes to assignments, longer shifts, or duties typical of a Sergeant or other senior role may be required.
Perform other duties as assigned by division or unit.
Required Qualifications
High School diploma or GED.
Twenty‑one years of age or older.
GAPOST‑certified peace officer in good standing. Current GAPOST professional profile must be submitted.
Applicants certified by a non‑GAPOST law enforcement agency may be considered with official certification and training records.
All certified applicants must submit a current official certification profile and be in good standing, unblemished by prior termination, suspension, probation, or unpaid fees.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate Degree.
Bachelor’s Degree.
Current employment or employment in the last 12 months as a peace officer with a GAPOST‑recognized agency.
Knowledge of police methods, practices, and procedures and ability to apply them in specific situations.
Knowledge of terminology and lawful applications of law enforcement procedures, traffic law, criminal law, and criminal procedural law.
Proposed Salary $45,300 - $50,900
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Communicate effectively by phone, police radio, or in person.
Work cooperatively with employees of other departments and agencies.
Organize, prioritize, and complete assigned work under pressure.
Work prescribed division, unit, or program shift hours with rotating off‑days, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Operate basic computer programs (Word, Excel, Internet) and police record systems.
Understand federal, state, city criminal, traffic, procedural laws, ordinances, and court decisions.
Use firearms, less lethal weapons, and police vehicles safely.
Perform CPR, AED, stop‑the‑bleed, and naloxone/Narcan procedures.
Maintain confidentiality and integrity in all duties.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education and the System Office. USG’s core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do and each member is required to uphold them. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Conditions of Employment Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility at acceptance. Offers are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check, credit check, and pre‑employment drug test. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status, as required by applicable federal and state laws. For individuals requiring disability‑related accommodations, please contact HR at (678) 407‑5746 or email hr@ggc.edu.
Background Check Position of Trust + Credit
Other Information Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply unless selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.
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