Orangeburg Department of Public Safety   PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER (Non Certified)

• Must be 21 years of age or old;
• Possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license;
• Possess a High School Diploma or GED Certificate;                               
• Ability to meet the requirements of the SC Criminal Justice Academy;                                  
• Must provide a recent Credit Report;                                
• Must pass a criminal background and driver's license record check;                              
• Must be able to successfully complete medical examination and drug screening;          
• Must be able to successfully complete psychological and polygraph examinations;                 
• Must be able to successfully complete physical and written assessments; and  
• Possess Good Moral Character

• Currently certified as a South Carolina Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer.            

 Job Tasks: 

• Performs duties of police officer;
• Patrols assigned area to prevent crime and detect violations of law;
• Respond to complaints, reports of violations and requests for assistance;
• Apprehends and arrests violators;
• Enforce traffic laws and issues warnings or citations to violators;
• Investigates traffic accidents, directs traffic;
• Performs crowd control and maintains order during emergencies;
• Prepares written reports of all incidents and occurrences;
• Testifies in court and other legal proceedings;
• Keeps records and makes reports regarding activities;
• Participates in criminal investigations and evidence collection;
• Interviews victims and witnesses;
• Prepare incident reports;
• Attends training and continuing education sessions to maintain certifications;
• Present public education and awareness programs regarding crime and fire prevention;
• Perform various station duties and maintenance as required;
• Assist with annual certification testing of equipment; and
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Ability to:

• Perform a wide range of law enforcement assignments.
• Understand, interpret, apply, enforce, and make decisions in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local policies and regulations.
• Interpret and explain City law enforcement policies and procedures.
• Think clearly and act quickly in a variety of situations.
• Judge situations/people accurately.
• Effectively use and qualify with law enforcement tools and weapons including firearms, batons, defensive tactics and safety equipment.
• Operate specialized law enforcement equipment including specialized police vehicles, radios, video and other equipment.
• Prepare clear and concise reports and routine correspondence.
• Maintain contact and preserve good relations with the public; respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.