Police Officer

Company Description

The Isle of Palms is a seven-mile-long barrier island located eight miles east of Charleston on the South Carolina coast.

The island is bounded on the north by Hamlin Creek and the Intracoastal Waterway, on the east by Dewees Inlet and Dewees Island, on the south by the Atlantic Ocean, and on the west by Breach Inlet and Sullivan’s Island.

Isle of Palms is primarily a residential community with resort amenities and a relatively large commercial base when compared to other barrier island communities in the area.

According to the 2020 US Census, the City has a population of 4,347 with a median age of 52. The City has a highly skilled and educated citizenry, with 72% of the City’s population having a bachelor’s degree or higher.

The median property value in Isle of Palms is $883,000 which is double the national average. The median household income is $160,417, more than double the median household income in South Carolina.

Isle of Palms has a total of 4,610 housing units, 36% of which are occupied by year-round residents.

The community is comprised of year-round residents and vacation homeowners. The City’s population grows significantly during the summer season as daily visitors and vacationers choose the Isle of Palms as their vacation destination.

The city has a small centralized commercial district that includes family restaurants, shops, boutique hotels, grocery store and pharmacy serving full-time residents and visitors year-round.

A city-owned (but privately managed) marina offers public access to a variety of water sports and activities.

The city currently employs 102 regular full-time employees, plus part-time and seasonal employees. The city has 6 departments : General Government (Municipal Court, Finance & Human Resources), Recreation, Public Works, Building, Planning & Zoning, Police and Fire.

The city’s vision statement is to be the most sustainable, family-friendly beach community in South Carolina.

The city’s mission statement is to be a welcoming, environmentally conscious and resilient coastal community committed to enhancing the quality of life for those who come here to live, work and play.

The purpose of this position is to perform general duty police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK :

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• No experience required; and
• Or equivalent education and / or experience.
• Completion of the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy within the first year of employment.
• Achievement and maintenance of firearms proficiency according to departmental standards.
• Possession of a valid South Carolina driver’s license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment, Red Cross or other accredited certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Patrols designated areas to observe and check on homes, businesses and the general welfare.
• Responds to specific incidents relayed by the dispatcher and conducts preliminary investigations when needed.
• Prevents the commission of unlawful acts; apprehends criminals or other persons menacing the general public.
• Enforces traffic and safety regulations for pedestrians and motor vehicles.
• Serves warrants, subpoenas and other writs.
• Ensures businesses on the island are secure at night.
• Testifies in court as required.
• Contacts victims and keeps them updated on the status of their case.
• Prepares detailed written incident and other reports.
• Administers first aid to injured persons as needed.
• Accompanies and maintains custody of individuals being taken to jail, court or detention centers.
• Conducts searches and arrests when probable cause has been established in keeping with the laws of arrest, search and seizure.
• Promotes good community relations.
• Assists at special events as needed.
• Maintains individual equipment in proper working order.
• Refers to policy and procedures manuals, computer manuals, codes / laws / ordinances / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge of state, local and federal laws pertaining to the general exercise of law enforcement duties.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of general police work.
• Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of City geography.
• Knowledge of basic first aid.
• Knowledge of the use and care of firearms.
• Knowledge of equipment typical of law enforcement work.
• Skill in the operation of special equipment such as radar and radio devices and breathalyzer.
• Ability to maintain physical conditioning to be able to perform all duties of police officer on Isle of Palms according to departmental standards.
• Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work well with colleagues and the general public.
• Ability to understand and follow orders.
• Ability to perform regular duties on a self-initiating basis with no direct supervision.

BENEFITS

100% Paid Health,Dental,Vision, Basic Life, Basic LTD for employee (value of $8,232 annually)

12 Paid Holidays

2-weeks’ vacation in the first year

Twelve sick days per year

State Pension Plan

Wellness Incentives