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Responsibilities:

The Major serves as the senior law enforcement administrator for Mercer Universitys Atlanta Campus and is responsible for the overall leadership management and operational effectiveness of campus public safety and police services. The Major provides strategic direction and oversight for personnel training policy development fleet and equipment management emergency preparedness community engagement crime prevention initiatives and interagency partnerships.

The Major ensures that police operations align with the Universitys mission while maintaining a safe and secure environment for students faculty staff patients visitors and campus partners. This position serves as the primary liaison between Mercer University and local state and federal law enforcement emergency management and public safety agencies. The Major is expected to foster a culture of professionalism accountability service and community-oriented policing while developing future leaders within the department.

Leadership and Operational Management:

- Direct supervise and evaluate all police and public safety operations on the Atlanta Campus.

- Develop operational goals objectives and performance standards consistent with departmental and University priorities.

- Provide leadership mentoring and professional development opportunities for supervisory and line personnel.

- Ensure compliance with federal state local POST and University policies and regulations.

- Coordinate daily operations special events security initiatives and emergency responses.

- Serve as acting commander during critical incidents and major events.

Personnel Management Recruitment and Training:

- Recruit hire onboard supervise and evaluate sworn and non-sworn personnel.

- Develop and administer training programs to ensure personnel maintain proficiency and professional standards.

- Identify leadership development opportunities and succession planning initiatives.

- Conduct performance evaluations and assist with disciplinary processes when necessary.

- Ensure departmental compliance with Georgia POST training requirements and accreditation standards where applicable.

Policy Development and Professional Standards:

- Develop review revise and implement departmental policies procedures and directives.

- Ensure policies reflect current laws best practices risk management principles and University expectations.

- Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with departmental standards.

- Lead initiatives related to professional standards accountability and continuous improvement.

Community Engagement and Campus Partnerships:

- Promote community-oriented policing strategies that enhance relationships with students faculty staff and visitors.

- Serve as a visible and accessible leader within the campus community.

- Participate in campus committees orientations safety presentations and community outreach programs.

- Collaborate with student affairs academic departments housing and other stakeholders to address campus safety concerns.

Interagency Coordination and Emergency Management:

- Serve as the primary liaison with local state and federal law enforcement agencies.

- Coordinate mutual aid investigations intelligence sharing and emergency response efforts.

- Participate in emergency planning continuity of operations and crisis management initiatives.

- Represent Mercer University during public safety meetings task forces and professional organizations.

Fleet Equipment Budget and Resource Management:

- Oversee departmental fleet operations equipment procurement maintenance and inventory control.

- Assist with budget planning and management.

- Evaluate technology equipment and resource needs to support operational effectiveness.

- Ensure responsible stewardship of university resources.

Qualifications:

A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice Public Administration Emergency Management Higher Education Administration or a related field and two years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience including supervisory roles or command-level role with demonstrated use of law enforcement technology lieu of a degree an equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.

Candidates must have current Georgia POST Peace Officer Certification in Basic Law Enforcement or the ability to obtain Georgia POST certification through reciprocity within three months of employment.

Demonstrated experience in personnel management leadership development policy administration and organizational management.

Experience managing complex investigations critical incidents and emergency response operations.

Experience in a college/university law enforcement environment is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of modern law enforcement practices community policing philosophies and campus safety principles.

• Strong leadership organizational and decision-making abilities.

• Ability to develop implement and evaluate policies and operational procedures.

• Ability to build partnerships and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.

• Knowledge of emergency management threat assessment and critical incident response.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and integrity.

• Knowledge of emergency preparedness response and recovery protocols.

• Proficiency with Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems Records Management Systems (RMS) and incident reporting software to review approve and analyze reports track calls for service and monitor resource deployment.

• Competence in using email systems scheduling tools and virtual meeting platforms (e.g. Microsoft Teams Zoom) for internal and external collaboration.

• Adaptability to new technologies which includes the ability to quickly learn and implement emerging software and technology solutions relevant to law enforcement operations.

• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings weekends and holidays as needed.

• Subject to on-call duty and emergency response.

Selection of the final candidate is contingent upon successful background check.

Document Attachments:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• List of three professional references with contact information

• POST Transcripts (or other state agency records)

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About Mercer University

Founded in 1833 Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence leadership development and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia Mercers twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate graduate and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit student-centered environment where innovation service and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercers employees are at the heart of its mission dedicated to advancing innovation supporting student success and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving mentoring and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents) generous retirement contributions tuition waivers paid vacation and sick leave technology discounts schedules that allow for work-life balance and so much more!

At Mercer University a Bear is more than a mascot: its a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If youre seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced then you want to work at Mercer University.

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