Restorative-Policing Tribal Officer

Catawba Indian Nation; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Catawba Indian Nation Police Department seeks dedicated officers to enforce tribal codes and applicable laws, protect residents and visitors, and uphold high standards of integrity. You will work under the Tribal Chief, responding to calls, conducting investigations, and engaging with the community to build trust.

The role requires U.S. citizenship, successful background and fitness screenings, and willingness to complete Law Enforcement Training.

Qualifications

• Essential: High School Diploma or GED.
• Essential: U.S. Citizen.
• Essential: Pass background, medical, psychological, polygraph, physical fitness exams.
• Desirable: BLET certificate.
• Desirable: College coursework.
• Must be willing to attend Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy.

Responsibilities

• Respond to calls for service including alarms, traffic incidents, criminal activity, and assisting others.
• Uphold department, SC law enforcement accreditation, and CALEA standards.
• Prepare, review, and forward reports and records.
• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations; document facts and observations.
• Proactively police and patrol the Catawba Nation reservation; build community trust.
• Coordinate with federal, state and local agencies; share information.

Skills

Communication

De-escalation

Written English

Investigative techniques

Evidence preservation

Data gathering

Professionalism

Decision making

Listening

Following orders

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) certificate

College coursework

Job description

Catawba Indian Nation Police Department seeks dedicated officers to enforce tribal codes and applicable laws, protect residents and visitors, and uphold high standards of integrity. You will work under the Tribal Chief, responding to calls, conducting investigations, and engaging with the community to build trust.

The role requires U.S. citizenship, successful background and fitness screenings, and willingness to complete Law Enforcement Training.