Police Officer

Town of Bluffton, SC • Bluffton, SC

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About The Position

The purpose of this position is to perform protective service work and enforce laws for the Town of Bluffton (Town). Duties include; enforcing laws; investigating criminal activity; ensuring safety of public; maintaining records and files; testifying in Court; and preparing reports. Operates patrol vehicle or walks to observe for violations of traffic laws, suspicious activities or persons, and disturbances of law and order; operates specialized police equipment; and maintains a visible police presence throughout the community. Interviews victims and witnesses; obtains additional information regarding crime, accident, violation, etc. Investigates crimes; collects and processes evidence; and conducts searches. Responds to radio dispatches and answers calls and complaints; serves warrants, summons, etc.; and completes arrest records. Participates in illegal drug enforcement operations; conducts surveillance. Makes arrests and testifies in Court; prepares incident and various special reports. Conducts traffic stops; enforces traffic laws; investigates accidents; issues traffic citations; directs traffic; and provides first responder medical assistance. Provides police escorts, directs traffic; performs residential and commercial security checks. Participates in a variety of in-service and special training programs. Responds to and investigates domestic disputes; assists other law enforcement agencies when assigned. Reports dangers of defective streets, sidewalks, traffic lights or other hazardous conditions. May be assigned to collateral duty assignments such as school resource officer, investigations, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of law enforcement work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid South Carolina driver's license.
• Possess a South Carolina Criminal Justice Training Academy certification.

Nice To Haves

• Pass Police Officer II Exam.
• CMT Operator certification.
• DUI/SFST Certification.
• Radar certification.
• Basic SWAT training.
• Basic Investigations training.
• FTO Certification.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing laws and investigating criminal activity.
• Ensuring safety of the public.
• Maintaining records and files.
• Testifying in Court and preparing reports.
• Operating patrol vehicle or walking to observe for violations.
• Interviewing victims and witnesses.
• Collecting and processing evidence.
• Responding to radio dispatches and answering calls.
• Serving warrants and completing arrest records.
• Participating in illegal drug enforcement operations.
• Conducting traffic stops and enforcing traffic laws.
• Providing first responder medical assistance.
• Performing residential and commercial security checks.
• Participating in in-service and special training programs.
• Investigating domestic disputes.
• Reporting hazardous conditions.

Benefits

• Exposure to various weather conditions.
• Potential for training and development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees