Law Enforcement Officer I (2 Vacancies) *Extended Closing Date

Salary : $43,000.00 - $47,000.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type : FTE - Full-Time

Job Number : 167777

Agency : Midlands Technical College

Opening Date : 01 / 06 / 2025

Closing Date : 5 / 8 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Class Code : : JC10

Position Number : : 61132278 and 61132528

Normal Work Schedule : : Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other) : : Varies- 1st Shift / 2nd Shift

Pay Band : Band 4

Hiring Range - Min. : $43,000.00

Hiring Range - Max. : $47,000.00

Opening Date : 05 / 08 / 2025

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures : : Qualified applicants must visit the SC State Jobs website at www.careers.sc.gov to complete and submit an on-line application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Transcripts must be submitted with the employment application when a degree is required. Copies of transcripts are accepted for screening; official transcripts are required if selected.

Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned campuses to prevent crime, detect violations of law and college regulations. Seek to prevent theft and damage to college property. Enforcement of parking rules / regulations, observe road and parking lot hazards, assist motorists, direct pedestrian and vehicular traffic and reserve parking for special events and meetings on campus.
• Respond to complaints, reports of violations, and requests for assistance. Investigates incidents, gathers evidence, maintains crime scenes and pursues to logical conclusion either of legal process or administrative process.
• Coordinate with private contract security; assist in locking and unlocking buildings, classrooms, labs, and automobiles; assist in fire prevention and other safety hazards; and in locating students in emergency.
• Investigate missing / stolen property, disturbances, and complaints. Seeks out potential criminals, and criminal activity on campus and submit findings in a written report to the supervisor. Apprehends and arrest violators and testifies in court and other legal or administrative proceedings.
• Must perform general police and public service actions such as maintaining order during emergencies; providing first aid, fire prevention, and crisis intervention. Must assist and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies and other police officers. Maintain and develop a constructive image through positive contact with the college community.
• Perform other duties as require by the supervisor.

Midlands Technical College is dedicated to providing excellent service to its students, employees, and the community.

This position is located across multiple Midlands Technical College Campuses in the Police Department.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Must havea high school diploma. Must have (or obtain within 1 year) Class I Law Enforcement certification in accordance with SC Code 23-23-40 of South Carolina Code of Laws 1976 as amended. Must be at least 21 years old. Must have & maintain a valid driver's license and working knowledge of SC laws, rules, and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

Class 1 Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with SC Code 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976. Some positions require a commercial driver's license.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note : The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Do you have a minimum of a high school diploma?

Do you have a Class 1 Law Enforcement certification in accordance with SC Code 23-23-40 of South Carolina Code of Laws 1976 as amended?

If not, do you have the ability to obtain a Class I Law Enforcement certification in accordance with SC Code 23-23-40 of South Carolina Code of Laws 1976 as amended?

Are you at least 21 years of age?

Do you have a valid driver's license?

If selected for this position, will you be able to provide your official transcript(s) within 20 days of your hire date?

Required documents : CV / resume and cover letter. I understand that if I did not attach my resume and cover letter to my application, my application is considered incomplete.

Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, when and what agencies?

Have you been employed at Midlands Technical College? If yes, when?

Please provide the names of any relatives that are employed by Midlands Technical College.

How did you hear about this position?

Supplemental Questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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Salary : $43,000 - $47,000