Police Officer

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Must be 21 years of age • Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. • Must be a U.S. Citizen • Must have basic computer skills • Must have a valid S.C. driver’s license (or be able to obtain one) and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle under normal and emergency situations, sometimes at high speeds, in fair and inclement weather • Must not have a disqualifying incident on driving record such as driving under the influence of alcohol or dangerous drugs, reckless homicide, involuntary manslaughter or leaving the scene of an accident, etc. • Must be able to physically restrain another individual • Must be able to physically defend oneself • Must be able to maintain focus and mental preparedness of shifts of 12-14 hours • Must be able to load a weapon as well as safely and accurately fire a semi-automatic weapon • Must be able to successfully pass a medical exam to include vision, hearing, and color blindness to S.C. Criminal Justice Academy standards • Must be able to see well in a low light environment • Must be able to pass a drug test • Must be able to pass a polygraph exam • Must be able to pass a psychological test to establish suitability for the demands and stresses of law enforcement employment • Must have a satisfactory credit history • Must be of good moral character as determined by a background investigation • Must be able to successfully pass a physical agility test that includes the ability to run, climb, jump, lift, and drag heavy weight (over 100 lbs.) within standards and times established by the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy. • Must have good communication skills • Must have no convictions for crimes of moral turpitude as defined in law • Must be able to tolerate exposure to extreme heat, cold, humidity, and inclement weather