Police Sergeant jobs in Florence, SC

Full Job Description

Salary

$38,500 - $46,500 Annually

Location

Loris, SC

Job Type

Regular Full Time Employee

Department

Police Department

Closing

Uniti Filled

Benefits Include:

State Health, Dental & Vision Plans

South Carolina Retirement System

Paid Leave

Paid Holidays

Uniforms & Equipment provided

Outer Vest for Equipment

Tattoos, Beards/Facial Hair Allowed

Relaxed, small town atmosphere where the citizen genuinely like Law Enforcement

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Attends training sessions and seminars as required to gain skills and knowledge regarding department operations, job performance, and policies, procedures, codes, and criminal/civil case law; reads professional literature and training materials; obtains and maintains professional affiliations.

Inspects and maintains police vehicles, uniform, weapons, and equipment; transports vehicles; performs minor repairs and clean-up, etc. as assigned.

Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; performs driving functions in a safe and efficient manner under various conditions.

Answers the telephone; provides information; takes and relays messages and/or direct calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.

Performs research functions as needed; researches criminal histories and location of individuals via computer.

Maintains records, logs, and files of work activities; maintains current manuals, policies/procedures, bulletins, map books, and other materials for reference and/or review.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, checklists, complaint forms, impound forms, diagrams, booking sheets, lessons, tests, or other documents.

Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, criminal history reports, warrants, subpoenas, summonses, templates, diagrams, laws, codes, ordinances, policies, procedures, maps, bulletins, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Operates a variety of standard and specialized machinery, equipment, and tools associated with law enforcement, which may include a police vehicle, standard/emergency vehicles, firearms, taser, chemical weapons, emergency equipment, radar/laser equipment, radio/communications equipment, alcohol testing equipment, drug testing kits, processing kits, handcuffs, baton, flashlight, metal detector, measuring devices, camera, video camera, video cassette recorder, tape recorder, television, overhead projector, lighting equipment, casting materials, and hand tools.

Communicates with supervisors, officers, employees, law enforcement agencies, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to obtain information, coordinate activities, review the status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Operates a personal computer, general office equipment or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, to include the use of word processing, database, desktop publishing, computer-aided drawing, or other software programs.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; some public relations experience in a similar police/law enforcement or related environment preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license. Must be at least 21-years of age. Must be a U.S. Citizen or resident status. Must obtain and maintain valid the following certifications: South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy Basic Law Enforcement and CPR. Must be qualified to operate a firearm. May be required to attain and maintain other certifications as related to assignment.

Complete Credit History is required from one of the three major credit bureaus listed below. We will not accept a credit score in lieu of a full credit report or a credit report from any other company except those listed below. Credit reports are available at no charge from www.annualcreditreport.com .

Equifax http://www.equifax.com/
P.O. Box 740241
Atlanta, GA 30374
800-685-1111

Experian http://www.experian.com/
P.O. Box 2002
Allen, TX 75013
800-397-3742

Transunion http://www.transunion.com/
P.O. Box 2000
Chester, PA 19022
800-888-4213

NOTE: Defaulting on a student loan precludes hiring – SC Code 59-111-50.

Supplemental Information

The City of Loris, South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Agency

City of Loris

Address

3909 Walnut St

Loris, SC 29569

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,520.43 - $46,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you default on any student loan debt?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• "Non-Suspended" Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: In person