Law Enforcement Officer I

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Charleston County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 26103
Agency: Trident Technical College
Division: Finance & Administration-Public Safety
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Residency Requirement: Yes
Class Code:: JC10
Position Number:: 61134155
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: LAW03
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. To fully evaluate qualifications, some positions may require submission of unofficial transcripts with the application. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact TTC Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. This position is open until filled. Faculty positions require the submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include any required certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for the related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the application, mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed to View phone number on click.appcast.io or emailed in PDF format to View email address on click.appcast.io by the deadline date and time. Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will remove your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities


Trident Technical College Department of Public Safety is a division of law enforcement, safety, and a professional Police Department. We are dedicated to providing a safe environment for the Trident Technical College Community. This position is responsible for performing patrol officer duties to enforce state, county, and municipal criminal laws as well as traffic laws and college regulations for the protection of people at all campus locations. Prior to employment, candidates will undergo an extensive background check, Physical Ability Test (PAT), and polygraph test. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and physical upon offer of employment. Learn more about TTC!

Minimum and Additional Requirements


This position requires a high school diploma. Preferred candidate will have two (2) years of law enforcement experience.

Non-Certified Officers starting salary is $48,400 based on SC pay band LAW03
Certified Officers: Salary is commensurate with education and experience based on a SC pay band LAW03 with a salary range of $50,000 - $60,500.

Preferred Qualifications


Ideal candidate must have working knowledge of modern police methods and procedures and the ability to prepare reports and testify in court. Must be able to work with a diverse population while providing excellent customer service. Prefer graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy with one (1) year of experience in campus law enforcement but will consider other reasonable combinations of education and experience to include high school diploma and some general work experience. Applicable higher education coursework may be considered in lieu of work experience. Experience in law enforcement, military police, or as a corrections officer is preferred. Candidate must have a valid South Carolina driver's license, be 21 years of age, and possess the ability to meet the requirements of LE-1 Certification with the SC Criminal Justice Academy within one (1) year of employment. Candidates with a working knowledge of state, county, and municipal laws are preferred.

Additional Comments


Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. To fully evaluate qualifications, some positions may require submission of unofficial transcripts with the application. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact TTC Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. This position is open until filled.


Faculty positions require the submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include any required certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.


Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for the related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.


Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the application, mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067, Charleston, SC 29423, or faxed to View phone number on click.appcast.io or emailed in PDF format to by the deadline date and time.


Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will remove your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).


Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Benefits 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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TTC: What is the highest level of education completed?

• High School Diploma
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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TTC: Are you currently employed with Trident Technical College?

• Yes: Full-Time Faculty
• Yes: Full-Time Staff
• Yes: Part-time Adjunct Faculty
• Yes: Part-time Staff
• Yes: Other
• No: Not currently employed with TTC

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TTC: Applicants must complete the SC State Jobs Employment Application online. Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing salary and work history or education and reference sections of the employment application.Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Is your application complete and reflects the minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

04


TTC: Have you been employed with a state agency with the state of South Carolina?

• Yes
• No

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What is your certification status?

• Certified Law Enforcement Officer
• Non-Certified Law Enforcement Officer
• None of the above

Required Question