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Law Enforcement Officer I #2646

State of South Carolina

Trident Technical College

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

Not specified

Type

Closes

Open until filled

Job Description

Summary

This job is for an entry-level police officer at a technical college in South Carolina, where you'll patrol campuses, enforce laws, and keep students and staff safe.

It's ideal for someone who's physically fit, reliable, and interested in community-focused law enforcement, especially if you have some prior experience in policing or related fields.

No advanced degree is needed, but you'll need to pass tough tests and get certified quickly.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma required
  • At least 21 years of age
  • Valid South Carolina driver's license
  • Ability to obtain LE-1 Certification from SC Criminal Justice Academy within one year
  • Pass extensive background check, Physical Ability Test (PAT), polygraph, drug test, and physical exam
  • Preferred: Two years of law enforcement experience or equivalent (e.g., military police, corrections)
  • Working knowledge of police methods, laws, report writing, and court testimony

Full Job Description


Trident Technical College Department of Public Safety is a division of law enforcement, safety, and a professional Police Department.

We are dedicated to providing a safe environment for the Trident Technical College Community.

This position is responsible for performing patrol officer duties to enforce state, county and municipal criminal laws as well as traffic laws and college regulations for the protection of people at all campus locations.

Prior to employment, candidates will undergo an extensive background check, Physical Ability Test (PAT) and polygraph test.

Candidate must pass a pre-employment drug test and physical upon offer of employment. Learn more about TTC!

Requirements

This position requires a high school diploma. Preferred candidate will have two (2) years of law enforcement experience.

Non-Certified Officers starting salary is $48,400 based on SC pay band LAW03
Certified Officers: Salary is commensurate with education and experience based on a SC pay band LAW03 with a salary range of $50,000 – $60,500.

Qualifications

Ideal candidate must have working knowledge of modern police methods and procedures and the ability to prepare reports and testify in court. Must be able to work with a diverse population while providing excellent customer service. Prefer graduates of the SC Criminal Justice Academy with one (1) year of experience in campus law enforcement but will consider other reasonable combinations of education and experience to include high school diploma and some general work experience. Applicable higher education coursework may be considered in lieu of work experience. Experience in law enforcement, military police or as a corrections officer is preferred. Candidate must have a valid South Carolina driver's license, be 21 years of age and possess the ability to meet the requirements of LE-1 Certification with the SC Criminal Justice Academy within one (1) year of employment. Candidate with a working knowledge of state, county and municipal laws are preferred.

Additional Information

Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. To fully evaluate qualifications, some positions may require submission of unofficial transcripts with the application. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact TTC Human Resources at 843.574.6201. This position is open until filled.

Faculty positions require the submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include any required certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for the related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the application, mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed to 843.574.6682 or emailed in PDF format to Employment@tridenttech.edu by the deadline date and time.

Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will remove your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 2/15/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/15/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5236456