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Patrol Officer-Class 1 Law Enforcement OfficerUnder general supervision, performs police duties in order to protect life and property through enforcement of laws and ordinances. Reports directly to the Chief of Police.
Job duties include but are not limited to: Patrols streets, roads and highways within Town as assigned, maintaining surveillance to prevent/detect criminal acts or traffic violations; warns, arrests or cites violators of traffic codes, ordinances and regulations; completes appropriate paperwork on arrests.Attends, reports and investigates accidents; keeps bystanders out of danger and renders first aid to the injured.Works a flexible schedule to fill in for other police officers due to vacation, sick leave, training, etc.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Must be 21 years of ageMust have a high school diploma or G.E.D.Must be a U.S. CitizenMust have basic computer skillsMust have a valid S.C. driver's license and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle under normal and emergency situations, sometimes at high speeds, in fair and inclement weatherMust not have a disqualifying incident on driving record such as driving under the influence of alcohol or dangerous drugs, reckless homicide, involuntary manslaughter or leaving the scene of an accident, etc.Must be able to physically restrain another individualMust be able to physically defend oneselfMust be able to work rotating 12 hour shiftsMust be able to load a weapon as well as safely and accurately fire a semi-automatic weaponMust be able to successfully pass a medical exam to S.C. Criminal Justice Academy standardsMust be able to see well in a low light environmentMust be able to pass a drug testMust be able to pass a psychological test to establish suitability for the demands and stresses of law enforcement employmentMust have a satisfactory credit historyMust be of good moral character as determined by a background investigationMust be able to successfully pass a physical agility test that includes the ability to run, climb, jump, lift, and drag heavy weight (over 100 lbs.) within standards and times established by the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy.Must have good communication skillsMust have no convictions for crimes of moral turpitude as defined in lawMust be able to tolerate exposure to extreme heat, cold, humidity, and inclement weatherMust have a Class 1 Certification; or if Class 1 from out of State, or if out of Law Enforcement for less than 3 years, complete Special Basic at the SCCJA to obtain their Class 1 CertificationPay info: Patrol Officer I (Certified) – Starting salary $50,000 with $3,000 sign on bonus. Starting pay may increase based on Instructor Certifications and/or Experience.
Submit a letter of interest and resume to Chief Thomas Griffin at ******** or Town of Chapin, PO Box 183 Chapin, SC 29036. Or apply online.
The Town of Chapin is an equal opportunity employer. QualificationsMust be 21 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalentMust be a Class 1 Certified Officer (In State or Out of State)Must possess a valid S.C. driver's licenseMust have a Class 1 Certification; or if Class 1 from out of State, or if out of Law Enforcement for less than 3 years, complete Special Basic at the SCCJA to obtain their Class 1 CertificationCategory: Full-time openings
Status: Open
Salary: Class 1 Certified Officer (In State or Out of State) Starting Salary is $50,000 with a $3,000 Sign On Bonus.
Posted: September 12, 2024 2:30 PM
Closing: Open Until Filled
Attached Files: Patrol Officer Job Description May 2017
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