Communications Officer/Part time Campus Safety and Police Jobs at Fort Valley State University
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Communications Officer/Part-time - Campus Safety and Police
FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Communications Officer-Part-time in the Campus Safety and Police Department.
Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for responding to calls for service and dispatching support.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Receives and responds to incoming calls and radio messages.
- Provides direction and guidance to callers.
- Monitors the electronic alarm systems and fire alarm system on a continuous basis.
- Maintains daily log of all activities reported to the department.
- Dispatch security/police personnel to handle calls for services.
- Monitors, records, and downloads video footage on video surveillance system.
- Utilizes the University's computer-based access control system to assist officers with opening and securing doors.
- Utilizes the Georgia Crime Information Center and National Crime Information Center databases to assist police officers in the performance of their duties.
- Maintains, sorts, and files reports.
- Maintains a clean and efficient office.
- Assists with University security details and special events.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of GCIC and NCIC regulations.
- Skill in analyzing and responding to situations quickly.
- Skill in oral and written communications.
- Skill in remaining calm during emergency situations.
- Skill in utilizing good judgment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- More than one year of related experience required.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain GCIC/NCIC certification within 6 months.
Current Openings for Communications Officer/Part time Campus Safety and Police Jobs at Fort Valley State University
Thank you for your interest in employment at Fort Valley State University. We strive to be an excellent workplace and are pleased that you would like to join our team. We are committed to hiring the very best employees to serve our valued students.
Positions are generally open until filled unless otherwise indicated in the posting. Application requirements vary by position. Please check the posting for specifics.
Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status.
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FVSU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for any person with a disability who meets the definition of disabled as described in the Americans with Disabilities Act. Upon request made to the Office of Human Resources at (478) 825-6301, persons applying for employment will be provided reasonable accommodations in completing the application and/or interview process.