Corporal - Clayton State University : Job Details

About Us

Located in Morrow, Georgia, Clayton State University is roughly 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta. The university offers employees an adaptable, collaborative environment that fosters professional and personal development.

The university is committed to having a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Clayton State offers multiple certificates, Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's Degree programs, which currently enroll over 5,500 students in challenging campus and online courses.

Clayton State's main campus is situated on 214 beautiful acres in a lakeside setting just minutes from downtown Atlanta, making access to the vibrant metropolitan area swift. The Atlanta-Journal Constitution has named the university a Top Workplace in Atlanta for six consecutive years. The Chronicle of Higher Education also named Clayton State one of 79 higher education institutions across the nation in its list of 2017 Great Colleges to Work For.

Job Summary

Performs professional law enforcement work to maintain order to protect the public, maintain law and order on the campus, detect and prevent crime, direct and control traffic, and investigate and apprehend suspects involved in criminal activity. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant. In the absence of the Police Sergeant, the Corporal shall assume first-line supervisory responsibility on the assigned shift. Also, assists in the administration of public safety for the university campus in accordance with university policy and all federal, state, and local municipal laws.

Responsibilities

* Executes a wide range of tasks to promote safety, security, and law enforcement on campus. This includes, but is not limited to, patrolling, crime detection, investigation, traffic control, and other duties as assigned.

* Ensures that the shift personnel respond to criminal and non-criminal acts as well as service requests, and that each call is handled properly. This is a working supervisory position and will require the corporal to also answer calls.

* Maintains all building security for the campus which includes building locking and unlocking, emergency and exit lighting, all security lighting (lots, buildings, and on bridges) are in working order.

* The corporal may evaluate shift personnel, investigate complaints and recommend disciplinary action within the range prescribed by departmental policy. Directs staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees, and planning, monitoring and appraising job results.

* Assists with the managing and training of other officers and maintains records of all activities. Reviews incident reports generated on shift to ensure quality and completeness.

* Completes log book to ensure standard operating procedures are executed by officers on duty.

* Develop good working relationships with other campus departments, faculty, and students.

* Maintains professional and technical knowledge by studying applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances, attending education workshops, reviewing professional publications, and practicing skills.

Responsibilities

* Executes a wide range of tasks to promote safety, security, and law enforcement on campus. This includes, but is not limited to, patrolling, crime detection, investigation, traffic control, and other duties as assigned.

* Ensures that the shift personnel respond to criminal and non-criminal acts as well as service requests, and that each call is handled properly. This is a working supervisory position and will require the corporal to also answer calls.

* Maintains all building security for the campus which includes building locking and unlocking, emergency and exit lighting, all security lighting (lots, buildings, and on bridges) are in working order.

* The corporal may evaluate shift personnel, investigate complaints and recommend disciplinary action within the range prescribed by departmental policy. Directs staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees, and planning, monitoring and appraising job results.

* Assists with the managing and training of other officers and maintains records of all activities. Reviews incident reports generated on shift to ensure quality and completeness.

* Completes log book to ensure standard operating procedures are executed by officers on duty.

* Develop good working relationships with other campus departments, faculty, and students.

* Maintains professional and technical knowledge by studying applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances, attending education workshops, reviewing professional publications, and practicing skills.

Required Qualifications

A High School Diploma (or equivalent) is required, with one (1) to two (2) years of previous law enforcement and supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

AA or AS Degree in Criminal Justice from an accredited College/University and four years of law enforcement supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

* Possesses developed knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

* Able to perform duties independently under general supervision.

* Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects, adhering to strict timelines.

* Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on conflict resolution.

* Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate with all levels.

* Well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities.

* Able to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously, and consistently meet deadlines.

* Able to write reports and business correspondence.

* Computer skills: Microsoft Office applications.

* Skilled in defensive tactics.

* Ability to observe and define problems, establishes facts, and draw valid conclusions.

* Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of law enforcement.

* Ability to conduct interviews.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at

Institutional Values

Clayton State University will have a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Our statement of core values is adaptability, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and people-centered. Each Clayton State University community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on Clayton State's Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct can be found online at and

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Clayton State University, as determined by Clayton State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Candidate must disclose potential, actual, or apparent conflicts of interest in compliance.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Clayton State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Clayton State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Clayton State University Office of Human Resources at (678) ###-####. For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at (678) ###-####.