Law Enforcement Officer I

State of South Carolina; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting and flexible work hours

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking a police officer to enforce state, county, and municipal laws on campus, ensuring the protection and security of persons and property. The role includes traffic control, incident response, and collaboration with campus housing and safety initiatives.

Primary duties involve investigations, incident follow-ups, and presenting cases in court, with flexible shifts including days, nights, weekends, and special events.

Qualifications

• Education - High School or Equivalent.
• License - Drivers License Class D normal.
• Work Exp 0-3+ years.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• Must obtain Class I LEO Certification from the SC Criminal Justice Academy within 1 year from hire date.
• Must complete department Police Training Officer (PTO) Program within 1 year from hire date.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned area to enforce state, county and municipal laws for Clemson University security.
• Investigates complaints, interviews victims and witnesses, collects evidence.
• Conducts public outreach and community policing activities.
• Prepares cases for court and testifies as required.

Skills

Law enforcement

Traffic control

Public safety

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

Enforces State, County, and Municipal laws, rules, and regulations for the protection and security of persons and property of Clemson University. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

Enforces State, County, and Municipal laws, rules, and regulations for the protection and security of persons and property of Clemson University. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Duties

• 45% - Essential - LAW ENFORCEMENT: Patrols assigned area to detect violations and enforce State, County and Municipal laws, rules and regulations for the protection and security of persons and property of Clemson University. Directs pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Installs and removes traffic control devices as needed. Issues summons and takes enforcement action when needed. Participates in traffic safety programs and initiatives. Exercises arrest powers as appropriate. Completes booking reports, fingerprints and photographs. Responds to disturbances, performs investigations, collects evidence and completes reports. Ability to work flexible schedules - day and/or night, rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, special events - based on the needs of the department.
• 25% - Essential - Investigating and Crime Scene Management: Investigates complaints and interviews victims, witnesses, and participants. Photographs and sketches crime scenes. Collects evidence and informs superiors. Works field incidents to completion and conducts investigation follow ups as needed.
• 20% - Essential - Civic Responsibilities: Performs duties associated with crime prevention. Assists disabled motorists. Reports safety hazards, prepares police reports and other activity reports. Conducts public outreach/engagement activities. Practices modern, community-oriented policing concepts and supports the CUPD/Residential Life Housing Liaison and CUPD Affinity Group Liason programs.
• 10% - Essential - Administrative Support: Prepares cases for court presentation. Presents cases in the Clemson University Municipal Court. Forwards documents for Circuit Court cases to the Solicitor's Office and testifies in court.

Work Shift

Ability to work flexible schedules- day and/or night, rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, special events- based on needs of the department

Expected Salary Range

$53,190.45 - $61,574.33

Minimum Requirements

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Education - High School or Equivalent
• Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal
• Work Exp 0-3+ years
• Must pass a background investigation.
• Must obtain Class I LEO Certification from the SC Criminal Justice Academy within 1 year from hire date.
• Must complete department Police Training Officer (PTO) Program within 1 year from hire date.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Requirements:

• Education - 1st associate's degree
• SCCJA Class I LEO Certification

Benefits For State Employees

• The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
• State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
• State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Insurance Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

• State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

• State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.