Lateral Special Campus Police Officer - Georgetown University Law Center

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Position: # P104713

• Full-time: 40 hours

• Pay: $28.00 per hour

• Location: 600 New Jersey Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20001

Tradition. Innovation. A superb faculty. Hundreds of course offerings — and all of this just steps away from the Capitol and Supreme Court. Georgetown Law is an exceptional institution in an enviable location. Students come here from all over the world to study international or tax law, environmental or health care law (just a few of our specialties). They come here for our top-ranked clinics. Most of all, they come because this is the place where theory and practice meet. At Georgetown, students learn the law in the place where laws are made.

The Special Campus Police Officer, a lateral position, provides services to protect the life, well-being, and property of students, faculty, staff, visitors, dignitaries, and other through policing, patrol, event security, investigation, and emergency response as outlined in general orders and special orders, as directed by superior officers. They support the university community by providing information and assistance, and is directly responsible to the patrol sergeant for fulfilling duties assigned performing patrol functions and specialized assignments according to all special and general orders in protection of life and property of Georgetown University. Interacting routinely with students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and neighbors, the Special Police Officer has additional duties that include but are not limited to:

• Provide police and security services while protecting life and property, performing police patrol duties while carrying batons and pepper spray.

• Patrol on foot, and/or motor vehicles, responding to emergencies and enforcing all United States, District of Columbia laws and University rules and regulations.

• Support the university community by establishing and maintaining an environment in which all community members can go safely about their varied activities in the best interest of the university.

• Accurately and thoroughly prepare incident reports, safeguarding information and evidence to ensure successful follow up and resolution.

• Assist in the preliminary investigations of incidents as necessary, supporting and providing assistance to persons who have been victims of crime and attending court whenever necessary, regardless of other commitments.

• In the absence of the Communications Officer, answers all telephone call and responds to emergencies, burglar alarms, fire alarms, and requests for service.

• Conduct speaking presentations on topics, which have been identified through surveys and community feedback under the supervision of the shift supervisor, assistant supervisor, or coordinators.

• In furtherance of the university's higher education objectives, become well acquainted with members of the University community.

Work Interactions
The Special Campus Police Officer is an integral part of University Safety. Errors can lead to damage to life, health and property. Ineffective Public Safety at the University can have a severe impact on the reputation of the University as well. As a visible representative of Public Safety the performance of the incumbent reflects positively or negatively on the entire department. Furthermore as a liaison to various constituencies (students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, visitors, neighbors) and external agencies (MPD, DCFD, FBI, USSS, etc). The incumbent is often the fact of university safety. Incumbent interacts routinely with students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, neighbors, MPD, DCFD and germs.

Requirements and Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency

• Three years of general work experience with at least one year in security or a related field

• Must be eligible to obtain and main