Law Enforcement Officer

Recent Jobs; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

SC Retirement System

Tuition assistance

Leave entitlements

Job summary

South Carolina State University in Orangeburg seeks a Law Enforcement Officer to serve with integrity on the campus Public Safety team, reporting through the Chief of Campus Police. You will be a uniformed, sworn presence across the campus—patrolling grounds, responding to calls, enforcing SC statutes and university policies, and coordinating with local agencies on safety planning.

SLED certification (or eligibility), a SC driver's license, and strong de‑escalation and communication skills are

Qualifications

• SLED certification or eligibility to obtain within required timeframe.
• SC driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to de-escalate and communicate under pressure.
• Sound judgment applying law and policy.
• Commitment to community policing on a student-centered campus.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus grounds, buildings, and facilities on foot and by vehicle.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls and document incidents.
• Enforce South Carolina statutes and university policies fairly.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement and campus departments on safety planning.

Skills

SLED certification

Driver's license

De-escalation

Judgment

Community policing

Rotating shifts

Job description

South Carolina State University has shaped generations of leaders since 1896. As a proud HBCU in the heart of Orangeburg, SC, the University's campus community depends on a dedicated Public Safety team to keep it secure — and right now, there's a seat at that table for a committed Law Enforcement Officer ready to serve with integrity.

Your Role in Keeping Campus Safe

Reporting through the Chief of Campus Police and Public Safety, you'll be a uniformed, sworn presence across the SCSU campus — building trust with students, faculty, staff, and visitors while upholding state and federal law. Core responsibilities include:

• Patrolling campus grounds, buildings, and parking facilities on foot and by vehicle to deter and detect criminal activity
• Responding to emergency and non-emergency calls, documenting incidents thoroughly and accurately
• Enforcing South Carolina criminal statutes and University policies in a fair, community-centered manner
• Collaborating with local law enforcement agencies and campus departments on safety planning and incident response

What You Bring to the Badge

• South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) certification, or eligibility to obtain certification within the required timeframe
• A valid South Carolina driver's license with a clean driving record
• Demonstrated ability to de-escalate situations and communicate clearly under pressure
• Sound judgment when applying law, policy, and discretion in a diverse campus environment
• Commitment to community-oriented policing principles — particularly relevant to SCSU's student-centered mission
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Why SC State

Working at South Carolina State University means joining an institution with a legacy of excellence, advocacy, and community uplift. The University offers a competitive state benefits package including health and dental coverage, the South Carolina Retirement System, and generous leave entitlements. As part of a higher-education environment, you'll also have access to tuition assistance programs — a meaningful benefit if you're looking to advance your education alongside your career. The Public Safety team here isn't just enforcement; it's a cornerstone of a campus community that genuinely values every person who walks through its gates.