Patrol Corporal, City of Cayce
Under the general supervision of a Patrol Sergeant. This Class performs law enforcement duties on assigned shift, unit, and/or division. Ensures the strict enforcement and compliance with all applicable laws, codes, policies, procedures, and standards relating to law enforcement and welfare of personnel. Performs related law enforcement, supervisory, and administrative work as required. Performs related professional and administrative work in the direction of law enforcement, crime prevention, and department training as required. Works under stressful, high risk conditions.
Provides leadership to subordinates on assigned shift, and assist in ensuring division compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards of quality and safety. Performs all administrative and operational functions of the Patrol Sergeant, in the absence of the Patrol Sergeant; Assumes supervision and control of all personnel in matters of patrol, policy, training, reporting, etc.; in the absence of the Patrol Sergeant.
Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; Offers advice and assistance as needed. Participates in in-service, firearms, and range training as needed. Takes necessary steps to ensure the well-being of subordinate employees. Reviews all reports, logs and other paperwork received from subordinate officers to ensure completion, accuracy, and conformance with regulations. Inspects subordinates’ equipment and uniforms for proper condition.
Requires an Associate’s Degree and two years of experience in law enforcement, or, three years of experience in law enforcement with at least one year of experience as a field training officer, or, four years of experience in law enforcement. Must have successfully completed required law enforcement courses and possess required certification(s).
An advanced level of interpersonal skills necessary in order to provide effective leadership to subordinate personnel as well as to develop cooperative working relationships with employees, senior management, elected officials, and venders supplying goods or services to the jurisdiction. Analytical abilities necessary to make sound, logical decisions quickly and sound judgment is required to act in the best interest of other officers, citizens, and jurisdiction. Analytical ability to plan work schedules and evaluate work performances.
License and certifications: Valid South Carolina Driver’s license. Must have completed the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy Class 1 Management, supervisory, techniques training desirable.
Applications are available online at www.caycesc.gov and at City Hall, 1800 12th Street, Cayce, SC 29033. Applications and resumes can also be emailed to Lynn Dooley, Director of Human Resources at ldooley@caycesc.gov.