Patrol Officer

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Patrol Officer.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the
United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The
University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary
Performs law
enforcement and police department duties involving the protection of life and
property through the enforcement of state laws and university rules and
regulations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities  

1. Responsible for
   performing law enforcement activities; to include but not limited to enforcing
   federal, state, and local laws and USM rules and regulations.
2. Responds to all emergency
   calls involving crimes, disturbances, accidents, personal injuries, fires,
   and natural disasters.
3. Responsible for
   investigating crimes and violations of USM rules and regulations,
   accidents, etc.
4. Engages with the
   community in proactive police activities to prevent crimes, disorder,
   property loss, accidents, etc.
5. Responsible for providing
   a wide range of community services involving traffic and crowd control,
   security at special events, crisis intervention, referrals, escorts,
   motorist assistance, public information, emergency notification, and
   medical assistance.
6. Performs other duties as
   assigned.

• Ability to
  use a personal computer and associated software, police radio, firearms,
  investigative equipment and resources, photographic and video equipment, basic
  office equipment.
• Ability to
  use spreadsheet software and use of video and other software applications.
• Basic
  knowledge and skill within Windows-based computer and software applications, to
  include Microsoft Office applications, and the ability to use email to send and
  receive correspondence, proficiency in use of search engines.
• Strong
  communication and interpersonal skills.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern
Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing
students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students
in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the
Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We
are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of
the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in
polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing
language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national
leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,
nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter
fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such
as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of
business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by
producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of
excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation
accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our
student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and
persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.