Police Officer

Law Enforcement Career Opportunity

We offer you a rewarding and challenging career in law enforcement. All applicants must pass our Civil Service Exam (written test, agility course & interview).

Seeking applicants who possess key skills such as inter-personal communications, problem-solving, basic technological expertise, critical thinking, empathy, and community-mindedness.

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You MUST be available for the Physical Agility Course on: September 19, 2026. You will be asked to sign pre-employment forms & provide copies of the following documents:

• Valid Driver's License
• Birth Certificate
• Social Security Card
• GED or High School Diploma
• DD214 (if applicable)

Consideration for employment & automatic disqualifications.

The Spartanburg Police Department is a nationally accredited, professional police service dedicated to making our city a safer place to live by fighting crime and improving the quality of life in our neighborhoods.

Examples of Duties

A City of Spartanburg Police Officer is under general supervision and performs activities required in the enforcement of state and local laws relating to public safety.

• Police officers patrol a designated area of the City to prevent and discover crime.
• Enforce traffic laws, direct traffic, take charge at traffic accidents, assist motorists, pedestrians and the injured in accidents.
• Respond to emergency calls regarding domestic violence and make arrests as necessary.
• Investigate buildings as assigned in order to determine if and when a break-in has occurred.
• Prepare and submit reports regarding complaints pertaining to larceny, stolen property, shoplifting, assault and battery, robbery, etc.
• Investigate reports of suspicious people and vehicles as assigned.
• Serve arrest and bench warrants to the public as necessary.
• Testify in court regarding traffic and criminal cases.
• Perform all other duties as may be assigned to meet organizational needs.

Typical Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid SC driver's license. You must be at least 21 years of age, be a United States citizen and able to obtain required certification from the SC Criminal Justice Academy. Be free of drug use and have no felony convictions. College education preferred! The equivalent combination of training and related work experience may be considered. To be considered for our employment hiring process, applicants must sign pre-employment forms, successfully complete a 3-part Civil Service Exam (written test, a physical agility test & oral interview) and be approved by the City of Spartanburg's Civil Service Commission.

Please check your inbox regularly during this hiring process! All Police Officer applicants will be contacted via email!

Supplemental Information

Pay ranges effective 07/01/2026: Minimum starting wages entry level $48,713.60. Police Officer I (1 yr.) $51,147.20. Police Officer II (2 yrs.) $53,705.60 Plus, cost-of-living adjustments (COLA). Wages depend on years of service. In addition to COLAs, a 1.3% step adjustment is given on anniversary date, as the budget allows, for PO II up to Deputy Chief ranks. Job posting close date: open until all positions are filled.

The City of Spartanburg is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.

Benefits

The City of Spartanburg provides a very competitive benefits package to include, medical, dental, vision, disability, life benefits are through the SC State Health Plan and access to free onsite health clinic. Retirement through the SC State Retirement System (employee contributes 9% and the City contributes 18.56% / PORS: police/fire employees contribute 9.75% and City contributes 21.24%). City also offers 12 paid holidays; paid time off (3 ½ weeks per year) and longevity leave based on years of service.