Police Officer

The City of York is accepting applications for the position for a Police Officer, possibly with a rank from Uncertified up to Corporal. Minimum qualifications: High school graduate who is at least 21 years of age and having completed the SC Criminal Justice Academy certification. Competitive salary and benefits package.

Starting salary is based on education, military experience, and other law enforcement experience.

Apply to: City of York, Attn: Brian Trail, Police Chief,

PO Box 500, York, SC 29745 or send resume to email: zhudson@yorksc.gov or to Human Resources rdaniels@yorksc.gov.

Uncertified: Starting $43,989.22 plus incentives

Certified: Starting $47,049.30 plus incentives

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: (Certified Officer)

● Patrol designated areas of the City in car, by foot, or other means to preserve law and order, discover and prevent the commission of crimes, and enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances; protect real and personal property by providing security checks of residential, business, and public premises; maintain awareness of and remains alert for wanted suspects, known criminals, stolen vehicles, missing persons, traffic violators, and crimes in progress; issue warnings and citations.

● Respond to calls for the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, general public service calls, and complaints including those involving automobile accidents, traffic hazards, misdemeanor and felony incidents, domestic disturbances, property control, civil complaints, and related incidents; investigate complaints and takes appropriate action, which may include the use of deadly or non-deadly force; use sound judgment under adverse, stressful conditions.

● Books and processes prisoners, completing all required documentation while assisting with jail operations as required.

● Direct traffic at fires, special events, and other emergency situations; provide traffic and crowd control at events; enforce parking regulations; issue citations; tow vehicles that are in violation of codes; provide security at City Council meetings and other City functions.

● Conduct investigations at scenes of incidents to which summoned, or incidents observed; determine what, if any, crime has been committed; identify, collect, preserve, process, and book evidence; locate and interview victims and witnesses; identify and interrogate suspects.

● Works to obtain and file criminal complaints on arrested subjects; assists prosecutors in filing charges; appears as a witness in criminal and administrative court proceedings; drafts and executes legal documents for use in criminal and administrative investigations, subpoenas for evidence, search warrants, arrest warrants and affidavits; testifies in courts and at hearings; prepare and present case evidence; respond to mandatory court calls during irregular hours.

● Prepare and serve search and arrest warrants; apprehend and arrest offenders for crimes committed under federal, state, and local laws and codes; control and mitigate people under the influence of drugs or alcohol or other potentially hostile situations.

● Serve as liaison and public relations officer to the public; establish and preserve good relationships with the general public; answer questions from the public concerning local and state laws, procedures, and activities of the department; make presentations before a variety of public groups to promote crime prevention activities and to enhance public understanding of Police activities.

Qualifications and Required/Preferred Skills:

● Completion of high school/GED or specialized vocational training, completion of required criminal justice training and education.

● Must possess S.C. Law Enforcement certification(s).

● Read and comprehend police-related technical and legal information.

● Document (write) incidents and actions accurately, completely, and legibly using standard forms; must also document using computer software/programs.

● Communicate effectively using both spoken (in English) and non-verbal methods.

● Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research, presentation, written, and oral communication skills.

● Ability and willingness to work collaboratively and maintain effective relationships with all types of people including those within the department, in other departments, other professions and general members of the community.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,989.22 - $56,459.16 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person