Law Enforcement Officers I & II

Clemson University; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking a Police Officer to enforce state, county and municipal laws for campus safety and property protection. The role includes patrol duties, traffic control, and enforcing laws as part of a dynamic campus police team.

Responsibilities cover crime investigation, evidence collection, court presentations, and community outreach. Successful candidates will meet certification timelines and complete required training within the first year of hire.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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; issues summons and takes enforcement action as needed; participates in traffic safety programs.
• Investigates complaints, interviews victims and witnesses, photographs and sketches crime scenes, collects evidence, informs superiors and conducts follow ups as needed.
• Performs duties associated with crime prevention, assists disabled motorists, reports safety hazards and prepares police and other activity reports; conducts public outreach/engagement activities.
• Prepares cases for court presentation and testifies; forwards documents for Circuit Court cases to the Solicitor's Office.

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 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.

Minimum 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 Requirements:

• Education - 1st Associate's Degree
• SCCJA Class I LEO Certification

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

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.