Police Chief, Town of Swansea
Manages all aspects of the police department, including personnel management and training, budget and grant management, community outreach and public relations, equipment and fleet management, safety and risk management, and terminal access security. Makes monthly statistical reports to Town Council. Directly supervises five officers, reports to the Town Administrator, and works closely with the Municipal Court Clerk and Clerk/Treasurer.
Assists with all law enforcement activities, including routine patrol duties, investigations, preparing cases for prosecution, and executing search warrants, arrest warrants, and prisoner transports as needed.
Serves as the primary department liaison to federal, state, county, and local law enforcement and public safety agencies, including SCCJA, SLED, SCDMV, SCDPS, SCEMD, and Lexington County Sheriff’s Office.
Must be a US citizen, at least 21 years of age, and able to perform all of the essential job functions of the police chief position.
Requires a high school diploma or the equivalent, and eight (8) years of experience as a supervisor performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required law enforcement experience.
Must have the following certifications accredited by the SC Criminal Justice Academy: Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer; Basic Instructor Development or Specific Skills Instructor.
Please review full job description at https://townofswansea.sc.gov/forms-documents-finance-employment. Submit cover letter, resume, and a minimum of three references to Christine Keefer, Town Administrator at keefer.swanseasc@gmail.com.