Patrol Officer

University Of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, Mississippi 39401 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 19, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Public Safety
  • Summary

    Location: Hattiesburg, 118 College Drive, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001, United StatesDivision: University PolicePosition Type: StaffEmployment Status: Full TimePay Grade: N09Posting Close Date: Open Until FilledSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsApplicants 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 SummaryPerforms 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 ResponsibilitiesResponsible for performing law enforcement activities; to include but not limited to enforcing federal, state, and local laws and USM rules and regulations.Responds to all emergency calls involving crimes, disturbances, accidents, personal injuries, fires, and natural disasters.Responsible for investigating crimes and violations of USM rules and regulations, accidents, etc.Engages with the community in proactive police activities to prevent crimes, disorder, property loss, accidents, etc.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.Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsHigh School graduate or equivalent G.E.D.Valid Mississippi Driver's LicenseMississippi Law Enforcement Certification or graduate of a Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Academy.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesAbility 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.Preferred QualificationsAssociate's degree and/or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.Six months to one year of patrol officer experience with a law enforcement agency.The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Job Description

    Location: Hattiesburg, 118 College Drive, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001, United StatesDivision: University PolicePosition Type: StaffEmployment Status: Full TimePay Grade: N09Posting Close Date: Open Until FilledSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsApplicants 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 SummaryPerforms 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 ResponsibilitiesResponsible for performing law enforcement activities; to include but not limited to enforcing federal, state, and local laws and USM rules and regulations.Responds to all emergency calls involving crimes, disturbances, accidents, personal injuries, fires, and natural disasters.Responsible for investigating crimes and violations of USM rules and regulations, accidents, etc.Engages with the community in proactive police activities to prevent crimes, disorder, property loss, accidents, etc.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.Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsHigh School graduate or equivalent G.E.D.Valid Mississippi Driver's LicenseMississippi Law Enforcement Certification or graduate of a Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Academy.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesAbility 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.Preferred QualificationsAssociate's degree and/or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.Six months to one year of patrol officer experience with a law enforcement agency.The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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