Summary

As part of an assigned team, Campus Police Officers provide campus safety and law enforcement services to the College community. The individual provides a wide range of services, including both traditional and non-traditional police services. Officers are required to participate in crime prevention and community-oriented public safety programming. The successful candidate must project a positive image. Individuals enforce College regulations, local ordinances, and state laws. The individual is a first responder to incidents, accidents, and other emergency situations and is responsible for conducting initial and follow-up investigations into significant and criminal incidents. The individual will work under the direction of the supervisor. Overtime is mandatory. This is an entry level, sworn campus police position.

• High School diploma or equivalent; some college education preferred
• United States citizenship
• Must possess valid driver’s license.
• Must have never been convicted of a felony or domestic violence.
• Successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation
• Must have completed an accredited Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Academy, have completed an equivalent law enforcement training program approved by the Mississippi Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission, or be able to complete the basic Police Academy course.
• Prefer at least two years of work and/or life experience directly relating to a minimum of two of the following areas:
  • Community service/involvement
  • Interviewing, public speaking, and conflict resolution
  • Problem solving, using creative methods to resolve issues
  • Multi-Cultural work and life-experiences

Physical Requirements

Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work; must be able to remain on feet for long periods of time, stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, carry, pull, push, climb, balance, walk, and run; must be able to restrain, lift and/or carry adults of varying weights

Moderate physical activity. Must able to exert up to thirty pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including firearms, automobile, office equipment, radio, telephone, etc.

Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures and loud noises.

Work environment involves moderate exposure to hazards and physical risk to personal safety; must be physically fit and able to defend one’s self from attack or physical assault.

Special Requirements

Successful candidate must be able to work ALL shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime shifts, as required- OVERTIME is MANDATORY.

Actively participate in crime prevention and community policing activities.

Respond to routine and emergency calls for various types of service, many which are unique to a campus environment, and take action, as necessary.

Conduct security inspections of College facilities and areas, reporting conditions that present a hazard to the community.

Direct pedestrian and vehicle traffic and enforce parking and traffic regulations and laws.

Conduct investigations and submit reports of infractions of rules, code of conduct and violations of state laws and local ordinances.

Apprehend offenders, when appropriate.

Testify in court and disciplinary proceedings, as required.

Provide safety escorts and other general services, including locking and unlocking buildings and rooms and unlocking vehicles.

Work operational and special event overtime assignments.

Assist local police agencies as needed or directed.

Other law enforcement and public safety related duties as assigned by the Chief of Police or his designee.

Dimensions (includes behaviors, knowledge and motivations associated with success in the position)

Behaviors

Adaptability- Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work task or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.

Impact- Creating a good first impression; commanding attention and respect, showing an air of confidence.

Contributing to Team Success- Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.

Building Trust- Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.

Decision Making- Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

Building Strategic Working Relationships- Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.

Stress Tolerance- Maintaining stable performance under pressure or opposition (such as time pressure or job ambiguity); handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the college.

Building Customer Loyalty- Effectively meeting customer needs; building productive customer relationships; taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Managing Conflict- Dealing effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people.

Communication- Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.

Knowledge (includes technical and/or professional information/skills needed to perform the job)

Successful candidates will participate in various training and development programs to ensure she/he acquires the technical and professional knowledge and skills needed for success in the position. Individual must successfully complete these programs to continue employment. These programs include, but are not limited to, the following: certified police academy, field training and evaluation program, first aid/CPR certification, and others.

Motivations (includes facets of the job, organization, and location that determine whether a particular candidate is a good fit for the position)

Includes factors such as task variation, challenging work, high responsibility/ accountability, achievement, and other facets that lead to personal satisfaction.

Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in employment, programs, or provision of services.  Compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act is coordinated by Mr. Michael Dottorey, Disability Support Services Coordinator, McLendon Student Center, P.O. Box  5555, Highway 51 North, Senatobia, Mississippi 38668, telephone number 662-562-3309, email address mldottorey@northwestms.edu.  Compliance with Title II of the Age Discrimination Act and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is coordinated by Mr. Gary Mosley, Vice President for Fiscal Affairs, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box  7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, Mississippi, 38668, telephone number 662-562-3216, email address gtmosley@northwestms.edu.