Police Officer, FT, Nights

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

6d•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 state laws, applicable municipal codes, and federal laws on properties of the Greenville Health Authority. The officer performs standard police duties, applies problem-solving techniques consistent with the Department’s community policing philosophy, and works to protect life and property. The role responds to calls for service, patrols assigned areas, reports findings, and takes appropriate action to resolve issues. It also includes crime-scene security and processing, follow-up investigations, crime prevention and reduction, support for criminal prosecutions, and liaison work with the campus community. Officers build rapport with staff, patients, and visitors; make court appearances; serve warrants and subpoenas; manage property and evidence; investigate auto accidents; and direct pedestrian and vehicle traffic as needed. The position is a night-shift role at Greenville Memorial Hospital. 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.

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 under the Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Chart, and proof of auto insurance.
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy Class I Law Enforcement Officer Certification, or a law enforcement officer certification formerly held in 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; if not already held, it must be obtained within the first six months of employment.

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned areas to detect and apprehend criminal activity and maintain a visible presence that deters crime and serves as outreach to the public.
Conduct foot patrols, build positive community relations, and provide a visible deterrent to criminal activity.
Enforce applicable laws to protect the public and Prisma Health–Upstate property.
Investigate complaints and criminal activity, interview witnesses, victims, and other participants, and collect physical and photographic evidence.
Assist victims with the reporting process and stay informed about recent criminal activity reported by other shifts.
Complete reports and supplemental documentation accurately, clearly, and promptly.
Respond to and investigate collisions as required.
Perform traffic control and direction safely and efficiently; enforce traffic laws, respond to citizen traffic complaints, and participate in traffic enforcement activities.
Initiate field activity and take appropriate enforcement action.
Communicate clearly and professionally with the public, dispatch, fellow officers, supervisors, and court offices; use proper radio etiquette and return messages promptly.
Operate department vehicles safely and with due regard for legal duties.
Maintain duty gear and issued equipment in safe, serviceable condition and report for duty with necessary equipment.
Maintain officer-safety practices when dealing with suspicious persons and handling suspects or prisoners.
Report unsafe conditions when observed.
Assist with crime-scene security and processing, conduct follow-up investigations, support prosecution of criminal cases, make court appearances, serve warrants and subpoenas, and place items into property and evidence.
Serve as a liaison between the Police Department and campus community and build rapport with staff, patients, and visitors.
Perform other duties as assigned.