Police Officer- 2 positions (H35)

Position SummaryJOB SUMMARY: This role is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of faculty, staff, students, and visitors by maintaining a secure and orderly environment. Police Officer duties include crime prevention and enforcement, conducting criminal investigations, overseeing traffic and parking operations, coordinating emergency and disaster response efforts, and providing a broad range of public safety services to the Gadsden State community.Direct Supervisory Responsibility: NOEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide foot and vehicular patrol of the campusRespond to and investigate all incidents on campus including but not limited to motor vehicle accidents or criminal or college violationsConduct complex misdemeanor and or felony investigations including but not limited to interviewingvictims, suspects and offenders, preparing photo lineups, collecting evidence and preparing case filesProvide security to college community, as requested, including but not limited to escorting personnel to vehicles late at night or acting as a witness at meetings involving irate personnel or studentsEnforce criminal and traffic laws, making arrests, and issuing summons as requiredSecure college buildingsIssue tickets for parking violationsComplete detailed incident reportsMonitor authorized student activities for adherence to college policiesLock and unlock offices and buildings as requestedEnsure appropriate transport of bank deposits for college business officeEscort dignitaries and provide executive securityDetect and report hazardous conditions including but not limited to potholes, light outages, obstructions, etcComplete twelve hours of continuing education annually as required by APOST and other training as designated by the Chief of PoliceLend security support to all campuses as requestedAssist as needed with issuing parking decals and student IDsCollect and maintain lost and found propertyAppear in court and testify as requiredAssist and participate in emergency training, drills and exercisesMonitor security camerasOther duties as assigned by the Chief of PoliceNote: The intent of this description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position's role, scope, FLSA status, or grade.QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma or GED certificate requiredOne year of experience as a police officer or similar work requiredAPOST Certification requiredCurrent Alabama driver's license requiredAssociate degree preferredDESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of city, state, and federal lawsAbility to deal effectively with the public in emergency situationsMust be available to work all shifts including day, evening, night and weekendsCertified in first aid/CPRGood verbal and written communications skillsGood physical condition and strength; ability to lift 50 pounds from the ground; ability to lift arms above the headAbility to stand and walk for extended periods of timeAbility to walk up and down stairs and climb up and down laddersAbility to pass the weapons qualification requirement (APOST)Ability to adapt to a work schedule rotationAbility to obtain National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certificationApplication Procedures/Additional InformationPROJECTED STARTING DATE:May 2026SALARY: Salary Schedule H35, 02 ($38,693 - $46,442) Salary will be based on VERIFIED education and years of VERIFIED FULL-TIME related experience that is stated on the initial job application only. Be sure all experience is stated on the application!APPLICATION DEADLINE:May 12, 2026- 4:00 P.M.APPLICATION PROCEDURE:Only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment. Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c) current resume; and (d) copies of transcripts of post-secondary education.Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.Candidates not selected for this position may be considered for future openingsAPPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.gadsdenstate.edu/about-us/employment.cmsIF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE (jobs@gadsdenstate.edu).Salary Calculation: For all positions on all Salary Schedules, the salary amount for the selected applicant is determined by step placement on the applicable schedule. Step placement is dependent upon the following: (a) all full-time work experience in public education in Alabama and (b) all other full-time work experience outside of public education in Alabama that, in the sole judgment of the College, directly relates to the requirements of the position. The applicant selected for the position must provide written verification(s) of this full-time work experience within the time provided herein if such experience is to be considered in determining their initial step place on the Salary Schedule.Format for Work Experience Verifications: Work experience verifications should be in the form of verification letters from employers and must include complete employment dates, job title(s), job duties, and an indication whether such employment was full-time or part-time, and if part-time, the average number of hours worked each week. The letters should be on official letterhead and contain an authorized personnel signature. The College's official employment verification form is also acceptable and is available upon request. If an employment verification cannot be obtained due to a legitimate reason, for purposes of meeting minimum requirements an applicant may submit copies of other trustworthy documentation such as appointment letters, contracts, pay stubs, or W-2 forms documenting the term of employment. However, such documentation is generally insufficient for salary calculation purposes if job duties and dates of employment are not self-evident in the documentation.Please Note:• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process.* When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement.All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail. If you need technical assistance, such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions, please contact:NEOGOV Customer Service:Monday-Friday8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST(855) 524-5627Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Application materials are considered privileged and confidential and will be used for employment purposes only.Gadsden State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. Gadsden State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify.