Police Officer Trainee

JOB SUMMARY

Position responsible for providing police services to the public for the purpose of maintaining public order and safety.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Patrols areas within the City limits and enforces state and local laws; investigates crimes against persons and property and traffic accidents; apprehends and arrests criminals; serves warrants, subpoenas and other writs; processes bookings and photographs.
• Is responsible for promoting good public relations and performs such duties as providing house security checks, emergency protection, providing escorts through the City, conducting security stand-by and providing money escorts. Engages in Community Oriented Policing activities.
• Patrols areas within the City limits and enforces state and local laws; investigates crimes against persons and property and traffic accidents; apprehends and arrests criminals; serves warrants, subpoenas and other writs; processes bookings and photographs.
• Is responsible for promoting good public relations and performs such duties as providing house security checks, emergency protection, providing escorts
• through the City, conducting security stand-by and providing money escorts. Engages in Community Oriented Policing activities.
• Provides information and assistance to the general public.
• Prepares and presents cases in court.
• Responds to emergency alarms as needed to include burglar alarms, armed robberies, assaults, domestic violence and prowler calls.
• Receives, reviews, processes, files and/or submits various reports and records including incident reports, supplement reports, accident reports, booking reports, witness statements, activity sheets, various forms and records, training reports and affidavits.
• Performs crime scene processing as necessary.
• Rolls fingerprints for criminals and citizens.
• Operates computers with a wide variety of applications and functions.
• Assists other law enforcement agencies as needed.
• Performs desk and dispatch duties as needed.
• Serves as back up to co-workers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of work experience that demonstrates a high level of responsibility and dependability.
• One year of law enforcement related experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Certification from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.
• Valid South Carolina Driver's License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of local, state and federal criminal and civil law.
• Knowledge of the procedures, guidelines and equipment used in law enforcement activities.
• Knowledge of the geographic layout of the City.
• Skill in implementation and enforcement of polices and guidelines.
• Skill in the use of firearms and other specialized law enforcement equipment.
• Ability to successfully complete police officer certification through the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.
• Ability to use computers and various software programs, to include Word and Excel.
• Ability to obtain DataMaster and RADAR/LIDAR Certifications.
• Ability to work under pressure, in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching or walking. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and must be able to distinguish between shades of color. The employee must be in good physical condition in order to carry out law enforcement duties and pass a physical every two years.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed in the field exposed to inclement weather and traffic. The work requires the use of protective devices. Employee is exposed to hostile and volatile situations and may be exposed to situations that are life-threatening.

Police Recruiting Video Link

https://vimeo.com/259586555/8e44bd2854

The Goose Creek Supplemental Police Application attached to the listing must be completed and submitted in order to be considered for this position.