Police Officer, PT, Variable

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, the state-certified Law Enforcement Officer enforces South Carolina law, applicable municipal codes, and applicable federal laws on Greenville Health Authority properties. The officer performs all duties of a police officer, applies problem-solving techniques in support of community policing, and protects life and property. The role responds to service calls, patrols assigned areas, reports findings, and takes appropriate action to resolve issues. It also supports crime scene security and processing, conducts follow-up investigations, investigates crimes, uses situational crime-reduction and prevention techniques, and supports prosecution of criminal cases. The officer serves as a liaison between the Police Department and the campus community and builds rapport with staff, patients, and visitors. Duties include making court appearances, serving warrants and subpoenas, maintaining property and evidence, investigating vehicle collisions, and directing pedestrian and vehicle traffic as needed. The position is based at Greenville Memorial Hospital in the Security Operations department and reports to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive. The Greenville Health Authority Police Department does not participate in the South Carolina Police Officer Retirement System (SC PORS). Officers are offered a matching 457B retirement savings plan through Prisma Health. The preferred International Association of Hospital Security and Safety certification must be obtained within the first six months of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or post-high-school diploma/highest degree earned.
Two years of experience.
Valid driver’s license, an acceptable motor vehicle record as defined by the Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record Chart, and proof of auto insurance.
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy Class I Law Enforcement Officer Certification, or a formerly held Law Enforcement Officer Certification from another state with a break in service of no more than three years.
Basic computer skills, including word processing.
Mathematical skills.

Nice To Haves

College-level coursework in criminal justice.
Certification through the International Association of Hospital Security and Safety; must be obtained within the first six months of employment.

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned areas to detect and apprehend criminal activity, maintain a visible presence, and conduct foot patrols that deter crime and build community relations.
Enforce applicable laws to protect the public and Prisma Health-Upstate property.
Investigate complaints and criminal activity, interview witnesses, victims, and other participants, collect physical and photographic evidence, and assist victims with reporting.
Keep updated on recent criminal activity reported across shifts.
Complete reports and supplemental documentation accurately, promptly, and clearly, without grammatical errors.
Respond to and investigate collisions as required.
Perform traffic control and direction safely and efficiently; enforce traffic laws, initiate field activity, respond to citizen traffic complaints, and participate in traffic enforcement.
Communicate clearly and professionally with the public, dispatch, fellow officers, supervisors, and court offices; use proper radio etiquette and promptly return messages.
Operate department vehicles safely and with due regard to legal duties.
Maintain duty gear and issued equipment in safe, serviceable condition and report for duty with necessary equipment.
Follow sound officer-safety practices when dealing with suspicious persons and handling suspects or prisoners.
Report unsafe conditions when observed.
Make court appearances, serve warrants and subpoenas, and place items into property and evidence.
Perform other duties as assigned.