The department is a recognized police department within the State of Georgia comprised of Police Officers, Security Guards, Radio Dispatchers and a clerical staff. The total number of personnel is approximately 70 persons. All employees work under the direction of a Campus Police Supervisor. The Director of Protective Services is the overall administrator of the department. The Director and Campus Police Supervisor, in cooperation with the Campus Provost, ensure that the specific security needs of each campus are met.
All departmental personnel enforce college policy as well as parking regulations on campus.
Georgia Perimeter College Police, as well as the part-time DeKalb County Police officers, enforce state laws, county ordinances and conduct criminal and traffic investigations for all offenses occurring on College property. Georgia Perimeter College security guards have the same arrest powers as a citizen of Georgia, i.e., the power to make arrests for misdemeanors and felonies committed in the presence of the guard or within the guards' immediate knowledge. All personnel are trained to handle emergencies and will coordinate medical and fire services that are requested on campus. Services The Department of Protective Services is committed to providing professional, courteous service to all members of the Georgia Perimeter College community to the best of its ability. In addition to regular patrol functions, personnel are available to handle jumpstarts, unlock doors, provide escorts and additional services as needed.