Tribal Police Officer
About The Position
Under the direction of the Tribal Chief of Police, Captain, Lieutenant, and Police Sergeant, the Catawba Nation Tribal Police Officer enforces applicable laws, ordinances, department rules, and procedures. The officer protects and serves residents, visitors, and employees of the Catawba Indian Reservation by enforcing Catawba Nation Tribal Codes, applicable U.S. Codes and federal laws, South Carolina criminal statutes, and York County ordinances. The position calls for integrity, punctuality, professionalism, and conduct that supports the public image of the Catawba Indian Nation both on and off duty. The officer supports clear communication among the Tribal Police Department, Tribal Administration, the Executive Committee, General Council, and the wider Tribal Community. Through responsible enforcement, community engagement, and restorative-justice-informed community policing, the officer works to build trust, confidence, and transparency while providing policing services.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Successfully pass a background investigation, medical examination, psychological examination, polygraph examination, and physical fitness examination.
- Valid South Carolina driver’s license in good standing.
- No felony convictions.
- No misdemeanor convictions that would restrict the ability to carry a firearm.
- Willingness and ability to attend a Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy, which may require an extended stay outside South Carolina.
Nice To Haves
- Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) certificate.
- College coursework.
- Ability to demonstrate self-restraint in challenging or difficult situations.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population and de-escalate tense situations through communication.
- Ability to analyze options and choose appropriate courses of action.
- Excellent English written-composition skills.
- Ability to gather information and prepare accurate written reports.
- Working knowledge of investigative techniques and evidence preservation.
- Ability to accept constructive criticism and maintain professionalism and composure.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal directives and written directions.
- Word-processing skills.
- Ability to successfully complete an annual physical abilities test.
Responsibilities
- Respond safely and promptly to assigned calls for service, including alarms, traffic collisions, criminal activity, medical or other assistance, traffic enforcement, property security, escorts, and requests for assistance from other agencies.
- Enforce applicable tribal, federal, state, and county laws and codes.
- Follow department rules, regulations, orders, procedures, and applicable South Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation and CALEA standards.
- Prepare, review, complete, and forward accurate reports and records.
- Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations; document facts and observations, interview victims, suspects, and witnesses, prepare investigative reports, preserve crime-scene integrity as needed, and direct traffic when appropriate.
- Proactively patrol the reservation and associated properties, build rapport with residents, visitors, and employees, recommend crime-prevention strategies through the chain of command, and participate in public education and crime-prevention activities.
- Review other officers’ daily activity and incident reports to remain aware of activity during previous shifts.
- Ensure the security and care of arrestees and obtain medical care when needed.
- Cooperate with divisions of the Catawba Indian Nation Government and maintain mutually beneficial working relationships with federal, state, and local agencies.
- Protect confidential information and report known violations to the immediate supervisor.
- Participate in community engagement programs, functions, and events to build relationships, trust, and cooperation with Tribal citizens and the wider community.
- Understand and incorporate the restorative justice model of community policing into daily duties and service.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings as requested by the Tribal Chief of Police.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, or Chief of Police.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
