Police Officer

Isle of Palms, SC
Isle of Palms Police Department

Salary: $54,500

Essential Functions:

  • Patrols designated areas to observe and check on homes, businesses and the general welfare.
  • Responds to specific incidents relayed by the dispatcher and conducts preliminary investigations when needed.
  • Prevents the commission of unlawful acts; apprehends criminals or other persons menacing the general public.
  • Enforces traffic and safety regulations for pedestrians and motor vehicles.
  • Serves warrants, subpoenas and other writs.
  • Testifies in court as required.
  • Prepares detailed written incident and other reports.
  • Administers first aid to injured persons as needed.
  • Accompanies and maintains custody of individuals being taken to jail, court or detention centers.
  • Conducts searches and arrests when probable cause has been established in keeping with the laws of arrest, search and seizure.
  • Assists at special events as needed.
  • Maintains individual equipment in proper working order.
  • Refers to policy and procedures manuals, computer manuals, codes / laws / ordinances / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc.

Requirements:

  • United States Citizenship
  • 21 Years of Age
  • A High School Diploma or GED
  • A Current South Carolina Driver’s License
  • No Conviction of a Felony or Crime of Moral Turpitude