Overview
Law Enforcement Officer I Jobs in Pickens County, SC at State of South Carolina
Title: Law Enforcement Officer I
Company: State of South Carolina
Location: Pickens County, SC
Job Responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY:
Enforces State, County, and Municipal laws, rules, and regulations for the protection and security of persons and property of Clemson University. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Duties
45% – Essential – LAW ENFORCEMENT:
Patrols assigned area to detect violations and enforce State, County and Municipal laws, rules and regulations for the protection and security of persons and property of Clemson University. Directs pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Installs and removes traffic control devices as needed. Issues summons and takes enforcement action when needed. Participates in traffic safety programs and initiatives. Exercises arrest powers as appropriate. Completes booking reports, fingerprints and photographs. Responds to disturbances, performs investigations, collects evidence and completes reports. Ability to work flexible schedules – day and/or night, rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, special events – based on the needs of the department.
25% – Essential – Investigating and Crime Scene Management:
Investigates complaints and interviews victims, witnesses, and participants. Photographs and sketches crime scenes. Collects evidence and informs superiors. Works field incidents to completion and conducts investigation follow ups as needed.
20% – Essential – Civic Responsibilities:
Performs duties associated with crime prevention. Assists disabled motorists. Reports safety hazards, prepares police reports and other activity reports. Conducts public outreach/engagement activities. Practices modern, community-oriented policing concepts and supports the CUPD/Residential Life Housing Liaison and CUPD Affinity Group Liason programs.
10% – Essential – Administrative Support:
Prepares cases for court presentation. Presents cases in the Clemson University Municipal Court. Forwards documents for Circuit Court cases to the Solicitor’s Office and testifies in court.
Work Shift
Ability to work flexible schedules- day and/or night, rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, special events- based on needs of the department
Expected Salary Range
$53,190.45 – $61,574.33
Minimum Requirements
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Education – High School or Equivalent
Licenses – Drivers License Class D normal
Work Exp 0-3+ years
Must pass a background investigation.
Must obtain Class I LEO Certification from the SC Criminal Justice Academy within 1 year from hire date.
Must complete department Police Training Officer (PTO) Program within 1 year from hire date.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Requirements:
Education – 1st associate’s degree
SCCJA Class I LEO Certification
