Police Sergeant jobs in Charleston, SC

Police Sergeant is responsible for supervising patrol officers and agents as assigned and maintaining the chain of command within the operations of the department. Responsible for developing training programs for department personnel, directing special units, preparing special reports or projects as assigned, receiving and reviewing reports from officers, and assigning personnel in accordance to specific needs. Being a Police Sergeant requires a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and/or additional certifications and at least 5-7 years of law enforcement experience. Typically reports to a chief of police, captain, or lieutenant. The Police Sergeant manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Police Sergeant typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Police Officer - Police
  • Town of Mount Pleasant
  • Mount Pleasant, SC FULL_TIME
  • JOB SUMMARY The Police Officer performs general duty police work in protection of life and property, enforcement of laws, and investigation of crimes.  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:    Patrol Officer Patrols designated districts to protect our community. Responds to specific incidents relayed by the dispatcher and conducts preliminary investigation when needed. Conducts follow up investigations. Enforces town ordinances and state laws. Prepares detailed written incident reports, arrest and search warrants and other reports as required. Testifies in court. Apprehends, 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. Works in partnership with citizens using the problem solving model to enhance the wellness of the community. Maintains individual equipment in proper working order. Performs other duties as required.  Traffic Officer Responds to traffic related incidents and complaints relayed through the dispatcher. Patrols designated zone to assess general traffic conditions and to issue citations for speeding and other traffic law violations. Directs traffic flow when required. Investigates accidents and renders first aid to accident victims if necessary. Assists motorists with disabled vehicles and relays notice of abandoned vehicles to the appropriate responder. Conducts breathalyzer tests. Testifies in court as needed. Assists with special events. Performs all duties of a police officer when required. School Resource Officer Patrols hallways and building fostering good public relations between students, staff and police. Instructs specialized, short-term programs determined by the staff on school premises. Enforces state law, makes arrests, and testified in court. Prepares written incident reports. Determines and recommends to school staff, appropriate conflict resolution strategies for meeting specific problems with students. Meets with parents, staff and students to assist with law enforcement problems. Identifies at-risk juveniles and works with outside agencies to stabilize the juvenile’s lives. Communicates police-sponsored programs and activities through newsletters and student group discussion. Protects the school against intruders and from damages to building. Prepares a monthly report covering status of all activities. Performs all duties of a police officer when required. Crime Prevention Officer     Plans and coordinates community relations programs that will reach the public and foster good will. Develops crime prevention programs that target specific types of crime in specific areas to target crime reduction in the business and residential sectors of the town. Supports the Neighborhood Crime Watch Program by assisting citizens in setting up a program. Acts as a liaison between the community and police about community concerns and expectations. Conducts formal crime prevention surveys of residences and businesses; teaches crime prevention to citizens and business owners. Identifies and verifies the severity, frequency and location of crime and non-crime problems within the neighborhoods and business areas that require special attention. Identifies and implements programs to meet special service needs of youth and the elderly. Communicates department sponsored programs and activity through newsletters, media and group discussion. Maintains all materials obtained through department sponsored conferences, seminars and classes. Prepares a monthly report covering status of all activities. Performs all duties of a police officer when required.     Criminal Investigator/ Juvenile Investigator/ Narcotic Investigator Conducts standard or covert investigations of crimes or incidents specifically involving incidents, such as: burglaries, assaults, homicides, rapes, missing persons, vice or illegal drugs. Participates in covert narcotics, vice, and criminal investigations. Investigates misdemeanor crimes and felonies. Processes, collects, preserves, and photographs evidence at crime scenes. Interviews victims, witnesses or others involved in or having knowledge of criminal incidents or activities; takes depositions of victims, witnesses and suspects. Apprehends and conducts interrogation of suspected criminals. Conducts routine surveillance of known criminals and develops informal sources of information on suspects and criminal activity. Coordinates pretrial conferences with the Solicitor's Office and Family Court; attends pretrial hearings. Testifies in court as needed. Prepares written incident reports and case summaries; compiles data for statistical reports; prepares search and arrest warrants. Cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in investigations on the local, state of federal level. Presents lectures and classes on narcotics/drug abuse and other crime prevention issues to community groups when requested. Performs all duties of a police officer as required  Evidence and Crime Scene Technician Identifies and collects evidence form crime scenes. Follows proper crime scene procedures to protect and prevent compromise of evidence integrity. Performs latent and patent search for fingerprints and limited chemical analysis of evidence. Accepts and enters submitted property in designated areas and within department standards. Logs, maintains and secures the integrity of thousands of items of evidence, maintains records and accessibility. Takes photographs for the department. Prepares written reports necessary for department, laboratory, or court requirements. Handles the narcotics and weapons destruction program. Releases property to owners and maintains logs. Conducts a periodic auction of materials not claimed. Performs other related assigned duties. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK: Associates degree; or a Bachelors degree Or equivalent combination of education and military/law enforcement experience; Completion of South Carolina Criminal Justice Training Academy; Must be a US Citizen; Must be 21 years of age. Valid South Carolina driver’s license.
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Police Corporal
  • City of Georgetown
  • Georgetown, SC FULL_TIME
  • Comments/Special Qualifications Required: 1. Attain and remain current in all certifications described for eligibility for Police Officer III and satisfactory completion of the required probationary p...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Police officer
  • United States Secret Service
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy....
  • 25 Days Ago

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Police Officer
  • Charleston International Airport
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • Description:Protection of passengers and tenants at the Charleston International Airport, Johns Island, and Mt Pleasant Regional Airports: enforces SC traffic laws and statutes; patrols the terminal a...
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Police Officer
  • City of Charleston
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • To apply to be a City of Charleston Police Officer, you must:Be 21 years of ageHave a high school diploma/GEDHave prior work or volunteer experiencePossess a valid driver’s licenseSee “Immediate Disqu...
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Police Investigator
  • City of Georgetown
  • Georgetown, SC FULL_TIME
  • Comments/Special Qualifications Required: High School Diploma supplemented by a minimum of four (4) years of experience as a SCCJA Class 1 Officer. Any equivalent combination of training, education an...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Armed Transport Guard - LLV
  • Brinks
  • North Charleston, SC
  • The Brink's name is a promise to respect the trust we've earned in over 150 years in business. Every employee honors tha...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SENIOR LIVING SECURITY OFFICER
  • Bishop Gadsden
  • Charleston, SC
  • Full Time Security Officer-Starting hourly rate at $18.50/hour! If youre looking for a long-term meaningful career then ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CCTV Operator / Lateral Launch Operator
  • Pro Lateral LLC
  • Charleston, SC
  • Job Description Job Description Job Requirements: Valid Drivers License. The ability to read and understand utility and ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Security Installer III
  • Johnson Controls International
  • North Charleston, SC
  • What you will do This position will be responsible for the installation of complex integrated security systems to includ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Weekend Security Guard - 3rd Shift
  • Allegiance Industries
  • North Charleston, SC
  • Job Details Job Location 070076 - North Charleston, SC Position Type Security Education Level High School Salary Range $...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Beach Patrol: Ocean Lifeguard/EMT
  • Island Beach Services Llc
  • Charleston, SC
  • Job Description Job Description Barrier Island Ocean Rescue is currently seeking applicants interested in a Lifeguard/Li...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Red Team Security Engineer
  • Millennium Corporation
  • North Charleston, SC
  • Millennium Corporation is hiring a Senior Red Team Security Engineer. This is a hybrid position - (the candidate must be...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Armed Security Officer - Part Time
  • Allied Universal®
  • Charleston, SC
  • Overview Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers t...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

Charleston is the oldest and largest city in the U.S. state of South Carolina, the county seat of Charleston County, and the principal city in the Charleston–North Charleston–Summerville Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city lies just south of the geographical midpoint of South Carolina's coastline and is located on Charleston Harbor, an inlet of the Atlantic Ocean formed by the confluence of the Ashley, Cooper, and Wando rivers. Charleston had an estimated population of 134,875 in 2017. The estimated population of the Charleston metropolitan area, comprising Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorche...
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Income Estimation for Police Sergeant jobs
$64,275 to $88,987
Charleston, South Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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