Police Officer

Barnwell, SC
Barnwell Police Department

Position Summary:

Responsible for overall daily operations of the Police Agency under the direction of the Chief of Police.

Essential Functions:

  • Oversee daily operations.
  • Coordinate daily activities of the Police Agency.
  • Maintain records of personnel employed by the agency.
  • Keep detailed records.
  • Respond to Crime Scenes as needed.
  • Act in the Chief’s stead in case of absence or at the direction of the chief or his designee.
  • Review all complaints and their investigation that are made against employees of the agency, taking and administering disciplinary procedures as necessary.
  • Coordinate with other agencies as needed.
  • Maintain an in-depth knowledge of federal and state statutes and court cases related to work performed and agency rules and regulations.
  • Exchange information and coordinate activities with other departmental Divisions
  • Performs other administrative duties as directed by the Chief or his designee.
  • Develops and maintains various police records and statistics as required by the department.
  • Checks the assignment of personnel, inspects personnel and equipment, and gives special instruction; recommends disciplinary action as necessary.
  • Assists in departmental training activities.
  • Supervises officers and advises and instructs personnel.
  • Be available for on-call supervision during evening hours and weekends if needed.
  • Performs related work as required by the Chief or his designee.
  • Makes decisions related to Agency operations activities that are legal, moral, and ethical; being in compliance with State Law, Federal Constitution, and Departmental Policy.

Requirements:

  • Master’s degree (M. A.) or equivalent; or ten years recent law enforcement work experience; or a combination of education and experience.
  • Must have thorough knowledge of the inner workings of a law enforcement division/department on the municipal level, with considerable knowledge of the principals and practices of modern police administration.
  • Must be a Class I certified Law Enforcement Officer certified through the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. Preferred to hold a current Instructor Certification through SCCJA: Specific Skills, Field Training Officer, or Basic Instructor Development.
  • Must be willing to work varying hours and be available after hours in case of Departmental needs.