SCHP Lieutenant (Promotion) - Troop 6, Headquarters (60021148)

State of South Carolina; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Lieutenant, where you'll lead law enforcement initiatives and ensure operational readiness. This dynamic role involves supervising programs, managing personnel, and engaging with the community to enhance public safety. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, a solid educational background, and a commitment to excellence in law enforcement. If you're ready to make a significant impact in your community and advance your career, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment focused on diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 5 years of law enforcement experience required.
• Must have held SCHP Sergeant rank for at least 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Supervise law enforcement programs and activities.
• Coordinate law enforcement operations and training.

Skills

Management

Supervision

Planning

Traffic Law Knowledge

Critical Decision Making

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Law Enforcement Certification

Job description

Internal Posting for SCHP Officers - Lieutenant Position

This vacancy is exclusively for current SCHP officers.

Position Overview: This Lieutenant role serves Troop 6 Headquarters, involving management, law enforcement, and administrative duties under the Troop Commander. The incumbent will assume the Troop Commander's duties in their absence and assist in maintaining operational readiness.

1. Supervise and manage law enforcement programs and activities within the Troop.
2. Plan, coordinate, and implement law enforcement operations.
3. Monitor enforcement of motor vehicle and criminal laws; analyze data; prepare cases; serve as collision investigation specialist and expert witness.
4. Supervise field training and background investigations of patrol applicants.
5. Investigate internal and public complaints impartially.
6. Disseminate information effectively; provide guidance on traffic laws; evaluate employee performance; facilitate training participation.
7. Prepare reports, memorandums, and correspondence; review payroll and personnel documents.
8. Maintain law enforcement certification; perform functions related to civil defense and emergency preparedness.
9. Coordinate with law enforcement agencies and community organizations; participate in public safety education and outreach.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Time in Grade: Must have held SCHP Sergeant rank for at least 6 months or be a First Sergeant.
• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; 5 years law enforcement experience.
• Promotional Evaluation: Score 70+ on Promotion Exam within 2 years; complete Promotional Interview Panel within 2 years.
• Disciplinary Status: No current suspensions or pending investigations; no recent involuntary demotions or unsuccessful EPMS ratings.
• Residency: Must establish residence within the Troop area within 4 months, per policy.
• Additional Qualifications: Management, supervision, planning experience; Class I law enforcement certification; leadership abilities; in-depth traffic law knowledge.
• Must be able to make critical decisions under limited supervision; overnight travel may be required.

The South Carolina Department of Public Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.