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Logo Posting Number TMP03342PO23 Job Code Title Law Enforcement Officer IV Advertised Title School Resource Officer Campus Aiken College/Division USC Aiken College/Division Level Department AIK University Police Salary $31.48/hr Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule Job Search Category Law Enforcement About USC
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Position Description
Advertised Job Summary Temporary/Full-time School Resource Officer, Hourly Rate: $31.48/hour, USC Aiken University Police
The School Resource Officer provides law enforcement, security, and protection for the Aiken Scholars Academy and the University of South Carolina Aiken community and property. These are certified police officers in accordance with SC Code of Laws, empowered with full arrest and police authority. They enforce campus rules and regulations, local, state, and federal laws. Executes duties of patrol officer, provides event security, assists in critical incidents, and provides emergency first response. Will be under the general supervision of the Captain through radio/ telephone communications as well as duty-site visits. Work shift is indicative to the Aiken Scholars Academy school schedule. This position is eligible for state benefits to include insurance and retirement.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma. Must be 21 years of age, be physically qualified and have no criminal record. Must pass a background investigation and complete the SC Criminal Justice Academy and be certified by the SC Law Enforcement Training Council before assuming police duties. Duty hours include nights and weekends. Must receive CPR and AED certification through the American Red Cross. This position will require that the successful candidate pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug test as well as be subject to random, post incident /accident, reasonable suspicion and rehabilitation monitoring drug and alcohol testing consistent with USC HR Policy 1.95, Drug and Alcohol Testing. Must have valid SC Driver's License to operate motor vehicle.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma. Must be 21 years of age, be physically qualified and have no criminal record. Must pass a background investigation and complete the SC Criminal Justice Academy and be certified by the SC Law Enforcement Training Council before assuming police duties. Duty hours include nights and weekends. Must receive CPR and AED certification through the American Red Cross. This position will require that the successful candidate pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug test as well as be subject to random, post incident /accident, reasonable suspicion and rehabilitation monitoring drug and alcohol testing consistent with USC HR Policy 1.95, Drug and Alcohol Testing. Must have valid SC Driver's License to operate motor vehicle.
Preferred Qualifications: Prefer 1 year of experience in Public Safety/Law Enforcement. Knowledge of proper law enforcement officer behavior and role. Knowledge of modern law enforcement techniques and procedure. Knowledge of how to collect and preserve evidence. Knowledge of the legal rights of suspects, victims, and law enforcement personnel. Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina, and policies of the University. Knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of other law enforcement agencies; and skill in the operation of law enforcement vehicles, weapons, and communications equipment. Certified through the SC Criminal Justice Academy.
Apply on-line. Application Deadline: December 5, 2023. USC Aiken is an AA/ EOE. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma. Must be 21 years of age, be physically qualified and have no criminal record. Must pass a background investigation and complete the SC Criminal Justice Academy and be certified by the SC Law Enforcement Training Council before assuming police duties. Duty hours include nights and weekends. Must receive CPR and AED certification through the American Red Cross. This position will require that the successful candidate pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug test as well as be subject to random, post incident /accident, reasonable suspicion and rehabilitation monitoring drug and alcohol testing consistent with USC HR Policy 1.95, Drug and Alcohol Testing. Must have valid SC Driver's License to operate motor vehicle.
Preferred Qualifications: Prefer 1 year of experience in Public Safety/Law Enforcement. Knowledge of proper law enforcement officer behavior and role. Knowledge of modern law enforcement techniques and procedure. Knowledge of how to collect and preserve evidence. Knowledge of the legal rights of suspects, victims, and law enforcement personnel. Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina, and policies of the University. Knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of other law enforcement agencies; and skill in the operation of law enforcement vehicles, weapons, and communications equipment. Certified through the SC Criminal Justice Academy.
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Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 01/02/2024 Proposed End Date Job Open Date 11/28/2023 Job Close Date 12/05/2023 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by December 5, 2023.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/159167 EEO Statement Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by December 5, 2023.
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