Law Enforcement Officer State of South Carolina

Job Title:	Law Enforcement Officer I/Public Safety Officer
Agency:	Department of Mental Health-Public Safety
Opening Date:	Thu. 09/03/09
Closing Date/Time:	Continuous
State Salary Range:	$24,881.00 - $46,033.00 annually
Agency Hiring Range:	Min: $26,605.00 Max:
Job Type:	FTE - Full-Time
Location:	Richland County, South Carolina
Normal Work Schedule:	Various Rotating Shifts

Patrols assigned area to prevent crime and detect law violations. Responds to complaints, reports of violations and requests for assistance. Issues warnings and citations, apprehends and arrests violators. Directs traffic and controls crowds. Assists and transports uncooperative or criminally charged clients to appointments. Enforce state and federal laws rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the SCDMH. Makes initial detailed reports of all incidents to include patient abuse, thefts, and contraband. Performs general police work such as maintaining order during emergencies, participating in manhunts and providing executive protection. Testifies in court and other legal proceedings. Keeps records and makes reports regarding activities. Provides guidance and on-the-job training to other law enforcement and security personnel. Serves as a first-line supervisor to Security Officers. Ability to deal courteously but firmly with the general public. Protects rights of all.

Minimum and Additional Requirements:

   South Carolina Department of Mental Health is a drug-free workplace.

"You must be able to pass a drug test, psychological assessment
    and physical prior to a job offer".

    Must have a high school diploma, be at least 21 years of age and have
    a SC Drivers License in good standing.

    Must have at least one (1) year of law enforcement officer experience or
    A combination of law enforcement officer experience and an Associates
    Degree in Criminal Justice or A Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or
    have served honorably in the Military at least one full enlistment term.

    A clean criminal history and background checks.

    Student Loans can not be in default and any judgments against you
    must  be satisfied.
    be satisified

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Law Enforcement Officers (Officers that have successfully completed nine (9) weeks of SC Criminal Justice Academy as mandated by SC Law Enforcement Training Council 23-23-40).

Additional Comments:

Non-Certified- Minimum hiring rate $26, 605 - upon certification rate increases to $28,733.

Certified- Minimum hiring rate $28,733.

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