Reserve Police Officer (3276)

## Description

**Job Title:** Reserve Police Officer

**Department:** Campus Police

**Reports To:** Chief of Campus Police (or Designee)

**FLSA Status:** Non-Exempt / On-Call

**Employment Type:** Part-Time / Reserve / On-Call

**Position Summary**

Life University is seeking qualified and experienced **Reserve Police Officers** to support the Campus Police Department by providing **on-call law enforcement services and additional coverage during peak periods, special events, emergencies, or staffing shortages**.

Reserve Officers play an important role in helping maintain a **safe, secure, and welcoming campus environment** for students, faculty, staff, and visitors while supporting Life University’s mission of **Lasting Purpose and Student Success**.

Reserve Police Officers are **not regularly scheduled employees** and serve in an **on-call capacity**, working assignments as needed and approved by the Chief of Campus Police or designee.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Provide **on-call law enforcement services** to supplement regular campus police staffing.
• Respond to **calls for service**, emergencies, alarms, and incidents occurring on university property.
• Patrol campus buildings, parking areas, residence halls, and grounds to ensure safety and security.
• Enforce **state laws, local ordinances, and Life University policies**.
• Assist with **crowd control, traffic direction, and safety monitoring** during campus events and activities.
• Conduct preliminary investigations of incidents, accidents, or suspicious activity.
• Prepare and submit **incident reports and documentation** in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Provide assistance and guidance to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Support full-time officers during **emergency response situations**.
• Maintain familiarity with **campus geography, safety protocols, and departmental procedures**.
• Participate in required **training and departmental briefings**.

**Additional Information**

The On-Call Reserve Campus Safety Representative position is intended to provide **supplemental safety staffing** and does not guarantee a set number of hours. Assignments will be scheduled based on **campus safety needs and employee availability**.

Life University values individuals who demonstrate **professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to fostering a safe campus community**

## Qualifications

**Minimum Qualifications**

• Must be **P.O.S.T. certified in the State of Georgia** or eligible for certification.
• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field preferred.
• Prior law enforcement experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to successfully pass a **background investigation**, including criminal history review.
• Valid **Georgia driver’s license** with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to meet the **physical requirements of law enforcement duties**.

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

• Knowledge of **law enforcement procedures, safety practices, and applicable laws**.
• Strong **interpersonal and communication skills** with the ability to interact effectively with a diverse campus community.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in **high-pressure or emergency situations**.
• Ability to prepare accurate and timely **incident and investigative reports**.
• Commitment to **professionalism, integrity, and community-oriented policing**.

**Work Environment**

• Work is performed both **indoors and outdoors** across the university campus.
• Duties may require **standing, walking, driving, and responding to emergencies**.
• Assignments may include **evenings, weekends, holidays, or special events**.
• This position is **on-call and scheduled on an as-needed basis** to provide additional departmental coverage.

**Additional Information**

Reserve Police Officers serve as **supplemental law enforcement personnel** and are not guaranteed regular hours. Scheduling is determined by departmental needs and officer availability.

Life University is committed to creating a safe campus community and encourages candidates who value **service, integrity, and community engagement** to apply.