Campus Police Officer
Reporting to the Police Sergeant, the Campus Police Officer protects students, faculty, staff, visitors, and university property and facilities and enforces the laws and regulations of the City of Rock Hill, State of South Carolina and Winthrop University on university, adjacent, and other appropriate properties.
Responsibilities include :
- Patrolling in WUPD vehicles or on foot to enforce City of Rock Hill and State of South Carolina laws and regulations and Winthrop University policies.
- Issuing citations for moving and parking violations.
- Investigating complaints and disturbances using the appropriate techniques and making arrests as necessary.
- Preparing various reports and forms, including incident, citation, accident and information reports, case files, tow sheets, and field interview cards.
- Performing building security inspections.
- Responding to requests for assistance.
- Monitoring parking areas and crosswalks and reporting maintenance needs.
- Controlling traffic during fire drills and emergencies.
Minimum and additional requirements include :
High school diploma; certification as a Law Enforcement Officer by the South Carolina Justice Academy or willingness to obtain and maintain; certification as an NCIC Full Function Operator by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division or willingness to obtain and maintain; and valid drivers license.Must reside in South Carolina or be willing to relocate and be at least 21 years of age.Working knowledge of the Rock Hill City Code, the laws of the state of South Carolina, and the rules and regulations of Winthrop University pertaining to campus security, including civil rights laws.Ability to investigate accidents, disturbances and violations and deal tactfully and effectively with students, faculty, staff and the general public.Effective interpersonal and communication skills.Must be able to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays; pass the state physical examination; qualify semi-annually with firearm; and successfully complete defensive driving requirements.Preferred qualifications :
Previous related law enforcement experience.Salary / hiring range : $50,000 for applicants not certified as South Carolina Law Enforcement Officer (LEO). Salary for certified S.C. LEOs based on years of certification.