Employees in this position usually work in an armed, uniformed capacity, to patrol the corporate limits of Surfside Beach (and off-site Town owned properties) to prevent and/or detect crime or disturbances of the peace, warn, cites, or arrest violators as appropriate pursuant to town Ordinance and State law, conduct basic initial investigations, and render aid/service to the public as appropriate in accordance to generally accepted professional standards. Employees generally work rotating 12-hour shifts but may be required to work other shift arrangements as required by staffing levels.

• Patrols the town to preserve law and order, to prevent or deter crime, to direct traffic, and enforce traffic, parking, and safety laws and regulations for pedestrians and motorists. • Issues tickets in accordance with town code and state law. • Cooperates with local, county, state, and federal agencies. • Answers calls and complaints involving automobile accidents, fires, robberies, and other misdemeanors and felonies. • Makes arrests and serves warrants, subpoenas, and other writs. • Investigates crimes, interrogates witnesses and suspects and testifies in court.

• Reports hazards, notes suspicious circumstances and persons, and problematic establishments and residences. • Warns, cites, or arrests violators or town animal ordinances. • Inspects vehicles and equipment daily and reports problems in accordance with published orders. • Notifies relevant town departments concerning abandoned vehicles and buildings as well as other zoning violations. • Other duties may be assigned or required at the discretion of the town, including assignment to emergency operations duties.