Patrol Officer Position Available In Lowndes, Mississippi

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Position Information Click here to view Salary Grade Position Title Patrol Officer
Unit Name MUW Police Department
Salary Grade 4
Number of Months 12 months
Full-time or Part-time Full-Time
Hours per week 40
Proposed Annual Salary, Hourly Rate or One-time payment Essential Duties Performs a variety of police duties in patrolling University property on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to detect crime or violation of criminal law and/or University regulations.
Must be able to work rotating shifts, outdoors, and in a variety of assignments.
Inspects University facilities for safety or crime prevention.
Takes reports of crimes, injuries, accidents, and other events that affect the University.
Conducts initial investigations into criminal activity.
Enforces state laws and University policies and rules.
Conducts crime prevention programs, as directed.
Promotes public awareness of crime risk and prevention methods.
Appears in court to testify on behalf of the University.
Notifies supervisor and/or proper authorities of unusual, suspicious, or hazardous events.
Works special events and activities beyond the regularly assigned workweek.
Performs other law enforcement duties as directed. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. Education beyond the minimum preferred.
Two years of successful work experience in a public-contact occupation required.
One year of law enforcement work experience preferred.
Knowledge and skill in computer applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, preferred.
Willingness to learn computer applications required.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be a US citizen.
Must successfully pass a background investigation.
Must successfully complete the basic training for police officers as required by the Board of Standards and Training within one year of employment if not already certified.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must be in good physical condition as evidenced by successfully passing a physical test based upon the Mississippi Board of Standards and Training’s physical assessment (70%).
Knowledge of Police Department rules and regulations, state law and city ordinances, standard law enforcement practices and procedures preferred, but not required.
Appropriate use of firearms and other standard law enforcement tools; problem solving and conflict mediation.
Ability to establish effective and courteous working relationships with fellow officers, faculty, students, the public and other agencies; ability to act with tact and impartially; ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; ability to perform work requiring good physical condition.
Must be able to deal with stressful situations, including life-threatening incidents.
Must not object to using force against another person when legally justified. Job Description Summary Performs law enforcement duties in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances which are consistent with the mission of the department and the University. Hours of Availability Background Check Statement Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation

DOES NOT

automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. However, failure to disclose may disqualify a candidate. Requisition Detail Information Requisition Number

FY20649NF

Open Date 02/26/2025
Will this job have a specific close date? No
Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

MUW Departmental Announcement
MUW Human Resources Office
MUW Website
Mississippi Employment Service
Local Newspaper
In-state Newspaper
Out-of-state Newspaper
The Chronicle of Higher Education
HigherEdJobs.com
Friend
Journal/Periodical
Off-campus Recruitment
Women/Minority Publication
Contacted by department and invited to apply
Other
The Academic Network (TAN)

• Are you currently authorized to work in the United States? (Proof of Citizenship or Immigration status will be required upon offer of employment)
  Yes
  No
• If hired, would you need sponsorship or work authorization to work for MUW now or in the future?

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NOTE:

MUW does not sponsor employment visas.)
Yes
No

• Do you have at least two years of successful work experience in a public-contact occupation?
  Yes
  No
• A valid driver’s license is required for this position. Do you have a valid driver’s license?
  Yes
  No
• Are you a certified Patrol Officer?
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  No
• To become a Certified Patrol Officer, one can not have been convicted of a felony.

Have you been convicted or plead guilty to a felony?
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No