Part Time Police Officers

Application Eligibility Notice : This application is restricted to members of the City of North Charleston Police Department. Only sworn officers currently employed by the North Charleston Police Department are eligible to apply.

Position

Police Officer

Department

Operations

Reports To

Security

Time Type

Part Time, Seasonal

FLSA Status

Hourly, Non-Exempt

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Enforcing laws.

Ensuring the safety and security of the public by responding to emergencies, aiding victims, and reducing or preventing involvement in crime.

Building relationships with the community while helping to contribute to the health and safety of vulnerable populations.

Creating community awareness by using crime prevention methods or intervention initiatives.

Conducting investigations by interviewing suspects, witnesses, and collecting evidence at crime scenes.

Participating in and testifying at court hearings when required.

Processing incident reports with accurate detail and information.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience

Must have a High School Diploma or GED.

A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field is required.

Several years of progressive law enforcement experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities

Thorough understanding of law enforcement principles, practices, and procedures.

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws relevant to policing.

Ability to stay calm in stressful or high-risk situations.

Ability to deescalate situations and prevent harm from occurring.

Skilled at solving problems and using critical thinking.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Capability and desire to work in a collaborative manner with a wide range of people.

Strong negotiation and adjudicating skills.

Effective decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to build and maintain positive relationships within the department and the community.

Ability to adapt to new technologies and incorporate them into policing practices.

Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

Working Conditions

Location: On Site 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, SC 29418

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE: The essential responsibilities of this position are described above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends & ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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