Police Officer

Charleston International; North Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston Regional Aviation Authority is seeking a police officer to protect travelers and tenants across CRAA airports and enforce South Carolina laws. The role includes patrols, incident reporting, investigations, and court testimony as needed.

Responsibilities extend to coordinating with tenants and external agencies, conducting community events, and ensuring safety across airport properties. Requires a degree in criminology or related field and a Class 1 Law Enforcement Certification.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or related field required.
• Two years of experience in law enforcement or related field required.
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience accepted.
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license required.
• Must possess a Class 1 Law Enforcement Certification.

Responsibilities

• Protects passengers and tenants at airport properties and enforces state traffic laws.
• Patrols facilities on foot and by vehicle; writes incident reports and coordinates repairs for police fleet.
• Investigates crimes, gathers evidence, testifies in court, and prepares cases for filing charges.
• Serves as liaison with airport tenants, vendors, and outside agencies; coordinates community events.
• Operates law enforcement equipment and office software as needed to complete duties.

Education

Associate’s Degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or related field

Two years of experience in law enforcement or related field

Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience

Valid South Carolina driver’s license

Class 1 Law Enforcement Certification

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for protecting the travelers and tenants of the Charleston Regional Aviation Authority and to enforce the laws and statutes of South Carolina. Performs law enforcement and crime prevention responsibilities including patrol, investigation, issuing citations, and serving warrants. This position reports to the Police Corporal.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Protection of passengers and tenants at the Charleston International Airport, Johns Island, Mt. Pleasant Regional, and Berkeley County Airports: enforces state traffic laws and statutes; patrols the terminal and airport properties on foot and vehicle and posts positions of observation to meet TSA Guidelines; conducts first aid duties when needed; writes incident reports. Oversees maintenance of police vehicle fleet: checks patrol shift vehicle reports for any needed repair issues and arranges necessary repairs from CRAA Maintenance or other service providers.
• Serves as the agency liaison between the airport tenants and the Police Department: maintains contact with airports vendors and tenants to ease concerns and relay issues to the proper channel for resolution. Coordinates community service events; serves as the agency coordinator with outside businesses and agencies to conduct community events such as National Night Out, Cops on Top of Doughnut Shops, Polar Plunge, and Cops on the Coop.
• Enforces state statutes on airport property: monitors and patrols roadways within the jurisdiction of the Airport Authority for traffic violations and issues citations as appropriate; attends Magistrates Court for cited violations; participates in the investigation of criminal law violations; gathers crime scene evidence and compiles information to support investigations; prepares cases for filing of charges, testifying in court, and related use. Conducts inspections on vehicles and products from vendors entering the SIDA Gates going into the secure area of the Airport.
• Operates or uses various equipment, vehicles, and supplies to complete work assignments: operates communication devices, law enforcement equipment, firearms, radio and motorized equipment; operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• Associate’s Degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in law enforcement or related field.
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience.

Specific License or Certification Required:

• Valid South Carolina driver’s license.
• Must possess a Class 1 Law Enforcement Certification.