Law Enforcement Officer II (Columbia)
State of South Carolina
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Law Enforcement Officer I
State of South Carolina
Francis Marion University
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$48,400 - $60,500
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job is for a police officer at Francis Marion University in South Carolina, where you'll patrol the campus and nearby areas to keep everyone safe, help solve problems with students and staff, investigate incidents like crimes or accidents, and make arrests when needed.
It's a team-oriented role focused on community safety and education through meetings and dispute resolution.
A good fit would be someone who's at least 21, eager to grow professionally, and committed to protecting a university environment, especially if you have a clean background and a passion for public service.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certification by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Training Council per § 23-23-40
- At least 21 years of age
- Valid South Carolina driver's license
- Satisfactory credit report
- Pass extensive background investigation including social media review
- Complete SC Criminal Justice Academy training if not already a Class 1 officer
- Obtain and maintain SLED Group 1 Constable Commission
Full Job Description
Francis Marion University invites applications from people who want to be part of a team which is directly responsible for the safety of the FMU community.
FMU Police Officers patrol campus and the surrounding community to make them safer, work with students/faculty/staff/visitors to solve problems, conduct educational and community meetings, mediate disputes, investigate traffic collisions, investigate crimes, make arrests, and provide general police services.
Requirements
State Requirements: A high school diploma and certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with § 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976.
Qualifications
FM Preferences: High school graduate.
The applicant should have an aspiration for personal growth, professional development, and the desire to be a member of a team that maintains a safe campus community.
Required to participate and successfully complete the SC Criminal Justice Academy training if not currently a Class 1 police officer.
Required to receive and maintain a SLED Group 1 Constable Commission.
Must be 21 years of age or older, have a satisfactory credit report, a valid SC driver's license, and pass an extensive background investigation which includes a social media review.
Additional Information
State Classification: Law Enforcement Officer I (JC10)
Pay Grade:LAW03
Salary: $48,400
Normal Working Hours: Rotating Shifts
To obtain the FMU Staff Application, please click here.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
As Francis Marion University has continued to be recognized for its diverse student body, it especially welcomes applicants who can affirm and enhance its mission.
Applicants honorably discharged from a branch of the United States Armed Forces, who meet the minimum training and experience requirements, are given employment preference by all State agencies and higher education institutions in SC.
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