Description
Orangeburg Department of Public Safety
PUBLIC SAFETY POLICE OFFICER
Non Certified)
The City of Orangeburg is looking for a qualified individuals to fill positions as Public Safety Officers with the Orangeburg
Department of Public Safety. Assigned duties include policing only.
Grade 8
Minimum New Hire Salary : $47,050 (6-month probationary restrictions in effect)
Minimum Qualifications :
- Must be 21 years of age or old;
- Possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license;
- Possess a High School Diploma or GED Certificate;
- Ability to meet the requirements of the SC Criminal Justice Academy;
- Must provide a recent Credit Report;
- Must pass a criminal background and driver's license record check;
- Must be able to successfully complete medical examination and drug screening;
- Must be able to successfully complete psychological and polygraph examinations;
- Must be able to successfully complete physical and written assessments; and
- Possess Good Moral Character
Preferred Qualifications :
Currently certified as a South Carolina Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer.
Job Tasks :
- Performs duties of police officer;
- Patrols assigned area to prevent crime and detect violations of law;
- Respond to complaints, reports of violations and requests for assistance;
- Apprehends and arrests violators;
- Enforce traffic laws and issues warnings or citations to violators;
- Investigates traffic accidents, directs traffic;
- Performs crowd control and maintains order during emergencies;
- Prepares written reports of all incidents and occurrences;
- Testifies in court and other legal proceedings;
- Keeps records and makes reports regarding activities;
- Participates in criminal investigations and evidence collection;
- Interviews victims and witnesses;
- Prepare incident reports;
- Attends training and continuing education sessions to maintain certifications;
- Present public education and awareness programs regarding crime and fire prevention;
- Perform various station duties and maintenance as required;
- Assist with annual certification testing of equipment; and
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Ability to :
- Perform a wide range of law enforcement assignments.
- Understand, interpret, apply, enforce, and make decisions in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local policies and regulations.
- Interpret and explain City law enforcement policies and procedures.
- Think clearly and act quickly in a variety of situations.
- Judge situations / people accurately.
- Effectively use and qualify with law enforcement tools and weapons including firearms, batons, defensive tactics and safety equipment.
- Operate specialized law enforcement equipment including specialized police vehicles, radios, video and other equipment.
- Prepare clear and concise reports and routine correspondence.
- Maintain contact and preserve good relations with the public; respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
The City of Orangeburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
THE CITY OF ORANGEBURG IS AN AT-WILL EMPLOYER.