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State of South Carolina

Law Enforcement Officer

greenville, SC

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State of South Carolina lists this Law Enforcement Officer opportunity in greenville, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

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Job ResponsibilitiesAt the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR), we are funding a better state to live, work, and play. Offering excellent benefits, tuition assistance, and self-development opportunities, we are a trustworthy partner to our customers and an innovative workplace that supports work-life balance and empowers our employees to reach their highest potential. Open the door to a career at the SCDOR and discover why 93% of our employees see how their work contributes to the SCDOR's success—by collecting 95% of South Carolina's general fund, our team serves with purpose and impacts the success of our community.We are looking for teammates who are:Able to correctly evaluate situations and make good decisionsAble to focus on important information and ignore irrelevant distractionsAble to concentrate on a task for a sustained period of timeWhat you will do:In this role, you will provide law enforcement and protective services functions for the SCDOR while ensuring the safety and protection of all employees, visitors, and property for the SCDOR.Primary job duties include:Screening all visitors and making determinations of their needs and requirements to direct them to the proper personOperating various screening equipment and technology to identify dangerous objectsPerforming searches which may include physical interaction with employees and visitorsResponding to and investigating emergencies, disturbances, complaints, and reports of violationsPatrolling assigned area to deter and/or detect violationsMaintaining order and enforcing state regulationsExercising arrest powers and testifying in courtProviding administrative duties to include preparing and submitting routine incident and activity reports, accurately recording visitor information, and preparing other documentation as neededOperating telecommunications or radio equipment to provide dispatch servicesMinimum and Additional RequirementsEither: A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency ORA bachelor's degreeAdditional Requirements:Must be at least 21 years of ageA valid driver's licenseCurrently possess Class 1 Basic Law Enforcement Certification or be able to obtainMust be physically able to lift, bend, and stand for prolonged periods of timeMust be able to obtain an SC Constable Commission I as required by SLEDMay require occasional statewide travel and overnight stayAcademic degrees must be from an accredited institution of higher learning.Preferred QualificationsCertified or formerly certified law enforcement officerKnowledge of proper law enforcement officer behavior and modern law enforcement techniques and proceduresKnowledge of how to collect and preserve evidenceKnowledge of the legal rights of both suspects and law enforcement personnelKnowledge of the laws one is responsible for enforcingKnowledge of the functions and interrelationships of other law enforcement agenciesSkill in the operation of law enforcement vehicles, weapons, and communications equipmentAdditional CommentsEEO: The SCDOR is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation.Training: Law Enforcement Officers will participate in an onboarding program to ensure they have the knowledge and skills to successfully perform their job.Hours: 7.5-hour shifts between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with no on-call hours.Retirement: This position falls under the Police Officers Retirement SystemOffice location: This position is located in Rock Hill. We also have Law Enforcement Officer opportunities currently available in Greenville. If you are interested in another location, you must submit a separate application.Ready to apply? Apply online and complete the application fully, including all current and previous work history and education. You may submit a resume, but it will not be considered as a substitute for completing the entire application. Candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted to complete an aptitude or skills assessment and personality profile (using Criteria Corp) and may be contacted to complete a one-way virtual interview (using Spark Hire). Candidates selected for hire are required to comply with all SCDOR tax requirements and are subject to a National Criminal Background Check, which includes fingerprinting.BenefitsBenefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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