Patrol Officer, Town of Chapin
Job duties include but are not limited to: Patrols streets, roads and highways within Town as assigned, maintaining surveillance to prevent/detect criminal acts or traffic violations; warns, arrests or cites violators of traffic codes, ordinances and regulations; completes appropriate paperwork on arrests. Attends, reports and investigates accidents; keeps bystanders out of danger and renders first aid to the injured. Works a flexible schedule to fill in for other police officers due to vacation, sick leave, training, etc.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Must be 21 years of age • Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. • Must be a U.S. Citizen • Must have basic computer skills • Must have a valid S.C. driver’s license and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle under normal and emergency situations, sometimes at high speeds, in fair and inclement weather • Must not have a disqualifying incident on driving record such as driving under the influence of alcohol or dangerous drugs, reckless homicide, involuntary manslaughter or leaving the scene of an accident, etc.
• Must have a satisfactory credit history • Must be of good moral character as determined by a background investigation • Must be able to successfully pass a physical agility test that includes the ability to run, climb, jump, lift, and drag heavy weight (over 100 lbs.) within standards and times established by the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy. • Must have good communication skills • Must have no convictions for crimes of moral turpitude as defined in law • Must be able to tolerate exposure to extreme heat, cold, humidity, and inclement weather
Qualifications • Must be 21 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent • Must be a Class 1 Certified Officer (In State or Out of State) • Must possess a valid S.C. driver's license Must have a Class 1 Certification; or if Class 1 from out of State, or if out of Law Enforcement for less than 3 years, complete Special Basic at the SCCJA to obtain their Class 1 Certification
Starting salary may be higher based off of certifications and experience
Or send a resume and letter of interest to Chief Thomas Griffin at TGriffin@chapinsc.com