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Job Title	Police Officer
FLSA Status	Non Exempt
Posted Salary Range	$13.50 hr - $15.21 hr
Employment Status	Full Time
Department	Campus Police
Job Summary	This entry-level Law enforcement work involving the safety and security of Alcorn State University students, staff and visitors on our campuses.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities	• General knowledge of the duties performed by a police officer • Basic computer sk

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Job Title	Police Officer
FLSA Status	Non Exempt
Posted Salary Range	$13.50 hr - $15.21 hr
Employment Status	Full Time
Department	Campus Police
Job Summary	This entry-level Law enforcement work involving the safety and security of Alcorn State University students, staff and visitors on our campuses.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities	• General knowledge of the duties performed by a police officer • Basic computer skills • Ability to communicate effectively • Ability to function effectively in stressful situations
Essential Job Functions	• Patrol university property in order to detect and prevent criminal activities. • Issue citation and arrest individuals committing unlawful activities on Alcorn States University property • Secure buildings by locking them to prevent loss of property, vandalism and trespassing. • Monitor traffic flow on our properties to reduce accidents. • Assist other Law Enforcement Agencies when requested. • Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned. • Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications	• Must demonstrate proficiency in human relations skills • Must have at least a high school diploma or GED • Must have knowledge of computer or some related skills • Must be able to pass law enforcement officer academy • Must be at least 21 years old
Licensing and Certifications	• Certified by the Law Enforcement Board of Minimum Standards · Law Enforcement Officers currently certified by the Law Enforcement Board of Minimum Standards will be compensated based on prior law enforcement experience as a Certified Law Enforcement Officer.

Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas	Yes
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds	Occasionally
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds	Occasionally
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds	Occasionally
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds	Occasionally
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds	Occasionally
Travel	Not Required
Extended Work Hours	Occasionally

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	S675
Number of Vacancies	5
Location	Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date	08/16/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
EEO Statement	EEO Statement: Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquires and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University: Complaints, inquiries, or specific requests in regard to Title IX and Section 504 directives should be made to: Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6700. Complaints, inquiries, or requests in regard to non-discrimination in employment practices should be made to: Human Resources Department, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6188 Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to ADA/ADAAA compliance in employment practices should also be made to the department of human resources.
Advertising Summary	Excellent Benefits Package

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Company

Alcorn State University

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Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers

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1000 ASU Drive # 390
Lorman, Mississippi 39096
United States

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Min: $13.50 Max: $15.21 per Hour

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Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Mississippi

10%

By 2028, Mississippi will need 10% more "Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers"

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2018 Average Annual Salary

$35,547

4,387

People currently have this job in MS.

4,823

People are expected to have this job in 2028.

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County	# Employed Now	# Projected	Demand Change Expected by 2028	Expert Salary	Average Salary	Entry Salary
"Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers"
ADAMS	8	9	13%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
ALCORN	58	64	10%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
AMITE	17	19	12%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
ATTALA	15	16	7%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
BENTON	9	10	11%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
BOLIVAR	47	52	11%	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
CALHOUN	12	13	8%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
CARROLL	2	2	0%	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
CHICKASAW	5	5	0%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
CHOCTAW	11	12	9%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
CLAIBORNE	5	5	0%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
CLARKE	19	21	11%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
CLAY	2	2	0%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
COAHOMA	24	26	8%	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
COPIAH	33	37	12%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
COVINGTON	23	25	9%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
DESOTO	151	167	11%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
FORREST	183	202	10%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
FRANKLIN	13	14	8%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
GEORGE	4	4	0%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
GREENE	N/A	N/A	N/A	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
GRENADA	13	14	8%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
HANCOCK	143	158	11%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
HARRISON	431	476	10%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
HINDS	942	1,039	10%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
HOLMES	24	26	8%	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
HUMPHREYS	14	15	7%	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
ISSAQUENA	N/A	N/A	N/A	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
ITAWAMBA	19	20	5%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
JACKSON	158	174	10%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
JASPER	5	5	0%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
JEFFERSON	5	5	0%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
JEFFERSON DAVIS	4	4	0%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
JONES	76	83	9%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
KEMPER	5	5	0%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
LAFAYETTE	46	50	9%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
LAMAR	38	42	11%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
LAUDERDALE	123	135	10%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
LAWRENCE	18	20	11%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
LEAKE	19	21	11%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
LEE	102	113	11%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
LEFLORE	39	43	10%	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
LINCOLN	34	38	12%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
LOWNDES	54	59	9%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
MADISON	102	113	11%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
MARION	2	2	0%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
MARSHALL	31	35	13%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
MONROE	41	46	12%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
MONTGOMERY	10	11	10%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
NESHOBA	176	194	10%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
NEWTON	29	31	7%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
NOXUBEE	15	16	7%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
OKTIBBEHA	49	53	8%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
PANOLA	45	50	11%	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
PEARL RIVER	42	46	10%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
PERRY	13	14	8%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
PIKE	51	56	10%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
PONTOTOC	27	29	7%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
PRENTISS	32	36	13%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
QUITMAN	4	4	0%	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
RANKIN	208	230	11%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
SCOTT	36	40	11%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
SHARKEY	12	13	8%	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
SIMPSON	28	30	7%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
SMITH	16	17	6%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
STONE	9	9	0%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
SUNFLOWER	37	41	11%	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
TALLAHATCHIE	4	4	0%	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
TATE	32	34	6%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
TIPPAH	24	26	8%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
TISHOMINGO	22	24	9%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
TUNICA	2	2	0%	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
UNDEFINED AREA	100	111	11%	$40,934	$35,547	$24,773
UNION	9	10	11%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
WALTHALL	3	3	0%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
WARREN	14	15	7%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
WASHINGTON	86	94	9%	$35,776	$31,075	$21,674
WAYNE	19	21	11%	$40,934	$35,714	$25,251
WEBSTER	13	14	8%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
WILKINSON	4	4	0%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979
WINSTON	16	17	6%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
YALOBUSHA	16	17	6%	$44,034	$37,419	$24,232
YAZOO	55	61	11%	$39,666	$35,110	$25,979

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