Police Officer

Overview

Police Officer 2

Location:

Augusta University

Full/Part Time:
Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

Job

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences.

Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do. More details on the USG values and Code of Conduct are available in USG policy documents.

Augusta University — Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912;
Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

The mission of the Augusta University Police Department is to promote a safe atmosphere in which the university's teaching, discovery, clinical care and service mission can be successful. This is accomplished through traditional and progressive law enforcement practices and strong community partnership.

This position is reserved for police officer positions who have already obtained their Georgia Police Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Mandate course and are either transferring from Police Officer I after completing the AUPD Field Training Officer program or have already been employed by another law enforcement agency.

The duties include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare required documents and reports.
• Effect arrests and restrain persons consistent with the tenants of probable cause and reasonable suspicion.
• Conduct investigations, collect and identify evidence, question principals and witnesses, testify in court.
• Conduct safety escorts.
• Assist police dispatcher as necessary.
• Patrol a designated area of the University projecting a community-oriented policing mindset, preserve law and order, be alert for and control commission of crimes, answer calls to include, but not limited to trespassing, thefts, fire and burglar alarms, traffic accidents, and enforce traffic regulations.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements

High School Diploma or GED from a recognized State or Federal accredited organization

Must be 18 years of age

Must possess good moral and ethical character

Must be a certified police officer through Georgia P.O.S.T. or eligible for the Equivalency of Training (EoT) program through Georgia P.O.S.T.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Federal Communications Rules and Regulations.

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Knowledge and skill in the use of firearms

Knowledge of standard police practices and techniques

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases

Ability to maintain complex records;
Perform well under stress in a calm, efficient manner

Ability to exercise sound judgement and make responsible decisions especially decisions regarding use of force

Shift: Rotating

Pay Band: 9

Salary: $23.46/hour

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint)

Recruitment Period: 01/02/2026 - Until Filled

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Full-time employees may be considered for Tuition Assistance after more than 6 months of employment.

All selected candidates are required to pass a Background Check prior to starting. Additional checks may apply (credit check for positions of trust, driving record, etc.). For Faculty Hires: provide original transcripts and, if applicable, credential evaluation for foreign degrees. All employees must protect sensitive information and adhere to cybersecurity and privacy policies.

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