Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61035361)
State of South Carolina
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Highway Patrol State Trooper Re-hire
State of South Carolina
Department of Public Safety
Job Description
Summary
This job is for experienced state troopers to rejoin the South Carolina Highway Patrol, where you'll patrol highways, enforce traffic and criminal laws, investigate accidents, and handle court testimonies while keeping detailed reports.
It's ideal for former officers with a strong background in law enforcement who want to return to public safety work in critical areas of the state.
The role offers a sign-on bonus paid out over four years to encourage long-term commitment.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma
- Experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency
- Bachelor's degree may substitute for required law enforcement experience
- Successful completion of basic training, Criminal Justice Academy Class 1 certification, and field training
- Ability to work in one of the six SCHP Critical Market Areas
- Continuous service commitment for bonus eligibility (up to 48 months)
Full Job Description
Enforce all vehicle laws and other criminal laws. Patrol the highways of the state of South Carolina. Investigate collisions. Serve as a witness in criminal and civil courts. Maintain reports concerning enforcement activities. Provide information to public regarding vehicle laws. Responsible and accountable for handling public funds.
Candidates must be hired into full-time equivalent (FTE) positions in one of the six (6) SCHP Critical Market Areas. The Sign-On Bonus will be paid over a series of five (5) payments as described below:
First Payment – The employee will be paid a bonus amount of $1,500 upon the successful completion of all basic training, Criminal Justice Academy Class 1 certification training, field training, and any applicable law enforcement training requirements established for the SCHP.
Second Payment – The employee will be paid a bonus amount of $2,000 after the successful completion of twelve (12) months of continuous service to the SCHP Critical Market Area.
Third Payment – The employee will be paid a bonus amount of $2,000 after the successful completion of twenty-four (24) months of continuous service to the SCHP Critical Market Area.
Fourth Payment – The employee will be paid a bonus amount of $2,000 after the successful completion of thirty-six (36) months of continuous service to the SCHP Critical Market Area.
Fifth Payment – The employee will be paid a bonus amount of $2,500 after the successful completion of forty-eight (48) months of continuous service to the SCHP Critical Market Area.
Requirements
State Minimum Requirements -
A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required law enforcement experience.
Agency Minimum Requirements -
Must have at least a high school diploma and the following additional requirements:
A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required law enforcement experience.
Agency Minimum Requirements -
Must have at least a high school diploma and the following additional requirements:
Additional Requirements:
- Must be a former SCDPS Officer or Trooper who separated from the agency in good standing and meets all qualifications to be hired.
- Must be able to perform all essential and marginal job functions of a State Trooper.
- Must be a resident of South Carolina and have a valid South Carolina driver’s license.
- If you are an out-of-state applicant, you must be a resident of South Carolina and have a valid South Carolina driver’s license prior to the effective date of hire.
- All qualified applicants will be required to participate in an extensive background investigation to include a credit check, criminal history check, driving history, history of drug use, employer and reference checks, polygraph, and interview board.
- Candidates are also often required to undergo a medical screening, which consists of a TB and medical exam, drug test, and eye examination.
- Candidates must also be capable of distinguishing, without corrections, three colors: green, yellow, and red.
Additional Information
The employment process for a rehire applicant will depend on the total time away from the agency and the SC Class 1 Certification status.
Your starting salary at hire will depend on your previous rank at SCDPS and your total time as a SC Class 1 Certified Law Enforcement Officer. A rehire applicant cannot be hired above the rank of Master Trooper.
County Assignments are based on critical needs areas. If you are unable to relocate to one of these critical needs areas, an offer of employment may be rescinded.
In accordance with the agency's policy regarding Testing-Designated Positions, all applicants will be required to submit to a mandatory urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to employment.
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin. The department prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin.
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