What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Enforcement Officer I (2 Vacancies) position at Midlands Technical College?
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 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 . Some positions require a commercial driver’s license.
Salary : $43,000 - $47,000
