Police Officer Candidate: Train, Serve, Protect

City of Columbia SC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The City of Columbia SC seeks capable personnel to perform general police duties, enforce state and local laws, and obtain Class I Certification through the Criminal Justice Academy. The role requires learning protocols and operating under close supervision within a structured environment.

The position involves a medium-to-heavy workload: patrolling, responding to calls, enforcing traffic laws, and assisting in investigations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience required.
• Valid South Carolina Class D Driver’s License required.
• U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old required.

Responsibilities

• Attends training and assists senior officers to learn policies, procedures and protocols.
• Performs general police duties and enforces laws relating to public safety and welfare.
• Patrols assigned areas, responds to emergencies and maintains public order.
• Participates in traffic enforcement, issue tickets, and assist with investigations.
• Administers first aid, secures crime scenes, and presents evidence in court as needed.
• Keeps detailed work records and reports; stays current on laws and city ordinances.

Skills

Communication

Public safety

Data handling

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Emergency equipment

Job description

The City of Columbia SC seeks capable personnel to perform general police duties, enforce state and local laws, and obtain Class I Certification through the Criminal Justice Academy. The role requires learning protocols and operating under close supervision within a structured environment.

The position involves a medium-to-heavy workload: patrolling, responding to calls, enforcing traffic laws, and assisting in investigations.