Campus Police - Captain

JOB SUMMARY

Assists in the supervision and operation of a school system police department involved in the protection of life and property; policy and law enforcement; and prevention and investigation of crime.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This job has supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Supervises Campus Police Officers and Campus Police Sergeants assigned to his / her school zones.
• Conducts inspection of school zone personnel and vehicles.
• Performs duties of a Campus Police Officer as required.
• Prepares or supervises the preparation of necessary reports or records related to police activities and reviews reports prepared and submitted by subordinates.
• Facilitates on-the-job training through Field Training Officers assigned to his / her school zone; reports training related performance issues through chain of command.
• Instructs and advises Campus Police Officers in patrol work or in the practices and procedures to be followed in all cases of law enforcement, crime prevention, investigations, statistics, traffic control and related activities.
• Handles disciplinary actions up to and including oral reprimands; relieves a subordinate of duty when circumstances warrant immediate action.
• Maintains supplies for assigned school zone.
• Supervises Campus Police Officers at crime scenes.
• Monitors emergency calls and responds to provide direction, supervision, assistance and emergency services.
• Obeys and observes the policies, rules and procedures of the Campus Police Department and the Bibb County Board of Education.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Two (2) years of college is desired.

Prior training and experience in law enforcement is required. High School Diploma or State Approved High School Equivalency; Associate's degree preferred. Prior training and experience in law enforcement is required. Or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and / or training that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Georgia P.O.S.T. (Peace Officers Standards and Training) certification. Current and valid Georgia driver's license is required. An extensive background investigation, which includes a polygraph test and a drug screening, will be conducted prior to employment. Random drug screening will be conducted after employment. Physical agility tests conducted on a regular basis after employment.