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Police Officer

MUW Police Department
Columbus, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/6/2026
  • Performs a variety of police duties in patrolling University property on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to detect crime or violation of criminal law and/or University regulations.
  • Must be able to work rotating shifts, outdoors, and in a variety of assignments.
  • Inspects University facilities for safety or crime prevention.
  • Takes reports of crimes, injuries, accidents, and other events that affect the University.
  • Conducts initial investigations into criminal activity.
  • Enforces state laws and University policies and rules.
  • Conducts crime prevention programs, as directed.
  • Promotes public awareness of crime risk and prevention methods.
  • Appears in court to testify on behalf of the University.
  • Notifies supervisor and/or proper authorities of unusual, suspicious, or hazardous events.
  • Works special events and activities beyond the regularly assigned workweek.
  • Performs other law enforcement duties as directed.
  • High school diploma or GED required. Education beyond the minimum preferred.

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  • Two years of successful work experience in a public-contact occupation required.
  • One year of law enforcement work experience preferred.
  • Knowledge and skill in computer applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, preferred. Willingness to learn computer applications required.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must be a US citizen.
  • Must successfully pass a background investigation.
  • Must successfully complete the basic training for police officers as required by the Board of Standards and Training within one year of employment if not already certified.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • Must be in good physical condition as evidenced by successfully passing a physical test based upon the Mississippi Board of Standards and Training’s physical assessment (70%).
  • Knowledge of Police Department rules and regulations, state law and city ordinances, standard law enforcement practices and procedures preferred, but not required.
  • Appropriate use of firearms and other standard law enforcement tools; problem solving and conflict mediation.
  • Ability to establish effective and courteous working relationships with fellow officers, faculty, students, the public and other agencies; ability to act with tact and impartially; ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; ability to perform work requiring good physical condition.
  • Must be able to deal with stressful situations, including life-threatening incidents.

Work Remotely

  • No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18

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