Police Officer (2 positions)

University of South Carolina; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus and benefits

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition Program

Employee Assistance Program

Annual Leave, Sick Leave, 13 Paid H ol

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Uniforms provided

Overtime opportunity

Wellness Center access

Police Officer Retirement System

Advanced training opportunities

Job summary

The University of South Carolina Upstate is seeking a Campus Police Officer (Class I) to protect people and property on campus and enforce state laws and university policies.

You will patrol, respond to calls, participate in community outreach, and collaborate with local law enforcement. A valid SC driver’s license is required; a degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• No specific education or experience required.
• Must possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field.
• Ability to handle stressful situations with composure and professionalism.
• Ability to work night shifts and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse community.
• Physical fitness and no criminal record.
• Must pass background investigation and complete SC Criminal Justice Academy with certification.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the university campus to protect persons and property, deter crime, and enforce university and state laws.
• Respond to all calls for service including emergencies, complaints, accidents, disturbances, medical calls, car unlocks, and other requests.
• Conduct highly visible patrols within a ½ mile radius of campus borders to assist Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Department and residential complexes.
• Make presentations to student organizations, faculty, and staff.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Stress management

Night shift

Diversity communication

Confidentiality

Physical fitness

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

Job description

Campus Police Officer (Class I)

The Campus Police Officer performs the duties of a state law enforcement officer for the University of South Carolina Upstate in accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws 23‑6‑430 by enforcing state criminal and traffic laws and the university policies. Responsibilities include patrolling the campus, responding to calls, traffic control, investigating violations, maintaining records, community outreach, and collaborating with local law enforcement.

Job Duties

• Patrol the university campus to protect persons and property, deter crime, and enforce university and state laws.
• Respond to all calls for service including emergencies, complaints, accidents, disturbances, medical calls, car unlocks, and other requests.
• Conduct highly visible patrols within a ½ mile radius of campus borders to assist Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Department and residential complexes.
• Make presentations to student organizations, faculty, and staff.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Job Related Minimum Requirements:

• No specific education or experience required.
• Must possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field.
• Ability to handle stressful situations, including mentally unstable, angry, violent, or distressed persons while maintaining composure and professionalism.
• Ability to work night shifts, maintain confidentiality of investigations, and communicate effectively with a diverse community.
• Physical fitness and no criminal record.
• Must pass a background investigation and complete the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy with certification by the SC Law Enforcement Training Council before assuming duties.

Compensation & Benefits

• Sign‑On Bonus: $7,500 paid in increments: $1,750 after field training; $750 after 1st anniversary; $2,500 after 2nd anniversary; $2,500 after 3rd anniversary.
• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition Program (free university tuition after six months of employment, up to four classes per year)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Leave, Sick Leave, 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Uniforms, duty shoes, outer protective vests provided by USC Upstate.
• Built‑in overtime up to $7,000
• Access to USC Upstate Employee Wellness Center ($25 annual fee)
• Police Officer Retirement System
• Advanced law enforcement training opportunities.

EOO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis under federal, state, local law, or regulations.