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The typical hours for this position will be primarily from evening to early morning. The possibility does exist for schedule adjustments in order to ensure coverage based upon the needs of the institution.

Email the UGA Police Department at recruiter@police.uga.edu to obtain an additional application document specific to the UGA Police Department that needs to be completed in addition to the on-line application through UGA Central HR.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

This is routine work in safeguarding university buildings and property against damage or loss.
Work involves patrolling buildings and grounds in an assigned area and observing for prowlers, fires, equipment failures, and other irregularities. The employee works independently in accordance with established procedures; a supervisor may spot check work.

Some knowledge of the building and grounds patrolled, and of the location and operation of utilities.
Ability to exercise alertness and judgment to detect, and if necessary, to report probable danger of loss or injury to life and property.
Ability to deal effectively with employees, students, and any possible prowlers and trespassers.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform routine custodial tasks.

Involves regular walking during facility patrols.

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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the .

Makes regular rounds to watch for prowlers, fires, equipment failures, and other irregularities.
Closes and locks doors which have been left open when necessary.

Turns lights on and off as necessary, monitors for and reports emergency conditions as fires, water leaks, criminal violations and suspicious individuals or circumstances.
Keeps unauthorized persons from entering restricted areas; checks packages to determine if state property is being taken when required.
Performs related duties as required.