Police Officer

About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits including medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, an optional retirement plan for faculty and exempt employees, Social Security, and a Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

The Police Officer provides campus security by patrolling the property, monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting buildings and access points, and responding to calls involving parking, fire, and traffic complaints. The role ensures the safety and well‑being of all personnel and visitors in the campus community and requires flexible shifts and hours.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be 20 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Completed certification by the Georgia Peace Officers' Standard and Training Council.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Experience with a law enforcement or public safety agency helpful.

$50,000.00

• Perform professional work in a 24‑hour operation, including weekends, holidays, and any weather conditions.
• Express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Write comprehensive reports outlining observations and activities during the assigned shift.
• Use telephone, radio, and computer equipment.
• Maintain a positive attitude when working with supervisors, coworkers, and members of the campus community to deliver service‑oriented relationships.

• Analytical decision‑making skills to identify problems, weigh solutions, and recognize alternatives independently and quickly.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with the public.
• Patrol the campus on foot or in a patrol car to preserve law and order.
• Answer calls and requests involving fire, traffic, or other accidents, robberies, and misdemeanors and take necessary police action.
• Conduct investigations of criminal activities, including evidence collection, questioning principals and witnesses, case preparation, and testifying in court. Investigate traffic accidents and perform related traffic control functions.
• Recover stolen property.
• Provide various types of public service and assistance to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Perform other job‑related duties as required.

Albany State University is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university recruits, hires, trains, promotes, and educates persons without regard to race, color, national origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADA, and E.O. 11246).

The university is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500‑2026.

Must be able to climb stairs, run short or long distances, and lift 25 to 50 lbs. Must undergo a psychological evaluation and a physical agility test.