Police Officer

State of South Carolina; Richland (AL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take home vehicle

Tattoos & facial hair permitted

Uniforms provided

Overtime up to $7,000

University tuition after six months

Gym on campus

Job summary

University of South Carolina is seeking a Security Specialist II Police Officer to join the campus police force in South Carolina. The role involves enforcing university policies, preventing crime, and upholding safety across USC campuses.

The department emphasizes professional conduct, community engagement, and adherence to state law. Starting pay ranges from $59,160 to $71,977 depending on certified experience, with benefits including tuition remission, paid leave, and a take-home vehicle.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of proper law enforcement officer behavior.
• Knowledge of modern law enforcement techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of how to collect and preserve evidence.
• Knowledge of the legal rights of both suspects and law enforcement personnel.
• Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina, and ability to learn the policies of the University.
• Knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of other law enforcement agencies.

Skills

Law enforcement procedures

Evidence collection

Legal rights knowledge

Vehicle operation

Weapons handling

Communications equipment

Tools

Law enforcement equipment

Job description

Posting number: 9851929

Department: University of South Carolina

Job classification: Security Specialist II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Security

Summary

Police Officer Department: BFT Law Enforcement Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Examples of duties

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge of proper law enforcement officer behavior and role. Knowledge of modern law enforcement techniques and procedures. Knowledge of how to collect and preserve evidence. Knowledge of the legal rights of both suspects and law enforcement personnel. Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina, and ability to learn the policies of the University. Knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of other law enforcement agencies. Skill in the operation of law enforcement vehicles, weapons, and communications equipment

Supplemental information

• Job Close Date Special Instructions to Applicant The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.
• Starting Pay range based on certified police experience: Depends on experience: $59,160 minimum(no experience)-$71,977(5 or more years of certified law enforcement experience)
• Additional Perks: Take home vehicle Tattoos & facial hair permitted Outer protective vests are provided for officers as standard wear.
• All uniforms and duty shoes are paid for by USC Beaufort.
• Built in overtime up to $ 7,000.00
• Free University tuition after six months of employment including up to four classes per year ($5,798.00 value) used at any of the University of South Carolina campuses.
• Gym on campus Police Officer Retirement System Advanced law enforcement training opportunities.
• No college degree required Special event pay 15 days of vacation leave per year 15 days of sick leave per year 13 paid holidays per year (including an extended December holiday) State health/dental/vision options Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities.
• Sign-On Bonus: $7,500 sign-on bonus new hire, who was as an applicant, was currently working either as a Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer certified by the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy or has been inactive with a law enforcement agency for less than 12 months and is able to have Class 1 certification immediately reinstated upon hire.
• Executed as follows: $1,750 after successful completion field training; $750 after successful completion of 1st anniversary; $2,500 after successful completion of 2nd anniversary; and $2,500 after successful completion of 3rd anniversary.
• Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.
• Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
• EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.