Top 52 Public safety officer Jobs in Columbia Sc

Public Safety Officer - Certified & Trainee
State of South Carolina —Columbia, SC
- $53,300 - $66,600 a year
- Overnight shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Detention Center Safety Officer
Richland County Government —Richland County, SC
- From $22.16 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Management
- Mid-level
Inmate Labor Officer
Richland County Government —Richland County, SC
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Data entry
9d
Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level
Customs and Border Protection —South Carolina
- $51,632 - $92,912 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Bachelor's degree
- Military encouraged
- 1 year
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
Intake Officer - JDC
State of South Carolina —Columbia, SC
- $40,000 - $50,000 a year
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
6d
Security Specialist III (OMH Public Safety Columbia)
State of South Carolina —Richland County, SC
- $33,800 - $54,100 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
6h
Security Professional Flex Officer
Allied Universal —Columbia, SC
- From $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Military
- Computer literacy
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
9d
Security Guard Flex Shifts
Allied Universal —Columbia, SC
- $15.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Military
- Pass drug screening
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
School Resource Officer
State of South Carolina —Columbia, SC
- $53,300 - $66,600 a year
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Detention Deputy
Lexington County Sheriff's Department —Lexington, SC
- $51,293.84 - $59,008.04 a year
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- Paid training
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
1d
Patrol Officer
COLUMBIA COLLEGE —Columbia, SC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Basic math
PSO-II
Columbia Metropolitan Airport —West Columbia, SC
- $62,337 a year
- Full-time
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Intake Officer - MEDC
State of South Carolina —Richland County, SC
- $40,000 - $50,000 a year
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
5d
Detention Center Captain
Richland County Government —Richland County, SC
- $83,768.40 - $133,916.37 a year
- Full-time
- Driver's License
- Senior level
- Associate's degree
Sergeant - MEDC
State of South Carolina —Columbia, SC
- $48,400 - $60,500 a year
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Access Control Sergeant - MEDC
State of South Carolina —Columbia, SC
- $48,400 - $60,500 a year
- Overtime
- Management
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
5d
Correctional Officer II - MEDC/JDC
State of South Carolina —Richland County, SC
- $40,000 - $50,000 a year
- Overtime
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
POLICE OFFICER CANDIDATE
City of Columbia, SC —Columbia, SC
- $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Basic math
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
BPS Non-Certified Law Enforcement Officer
State of South Carolina —Blythewood, SC
- $53,300 - $66,600 a year
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
Police Officer
Lexington Medical Center —West Columbia, SC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance

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Public Safety Officer - Certified & Trainee

State of South Carolina -
Columbia, SC

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Job Details

Full-time
$53,300 - $66,600 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Physical security incident investigation
High school diploma or GED
Public safety procedures
Peace Officer Certification
Investigative reports
Working with youth

Full Job Description

JOB

CERTIFIED ($54,233)

TRAINEE ($53,300)

THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A $7,500 SIGN-ON BONUS*

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

MISSION:
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

JOB PURPOSE:

Under the leadership of the Inspector General and Director of Public Safety and applicable supervision, will respond to and resolve calls for service, perform law enforcement duties by patrolling S.C. Department of Juvenile Justice Campuses to ensure the safety and security of persons and property.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patrols assigned area to prevent crime and detect violations of law.

Responds to complaints, reports of violations and requests for law enforcement assistance.

Performs general police work such as maintaining order during emergencies, participating in special operations and directed patrols.

Testifies in court and other legal proceedings; prosecutes defendants in magistrate's court.

Keeps records and makes reports regarding activities.

Enforce SC traffic laws.

Apprehends, arrests violators and escapees.

Investigates alleged or suspected violations of criminal law.

Interviews witnesses and suspects.

Directs traffic, investigates traffic collisions, and controls crowds.

Assists the Community Service Division by accompanying them on site visits, appointments, etc. of disruptive and violent juveniles.

Observes, instructs, corrects, investigates and reports persons or incidents involving, but limited to, suspected break-ins, tampering, vandalism, thefts, property damage, safety hazards, smoke, fire obstructions and conditions or violations contrary to the best interest of institution.

Investigates motor vehicle collisions on DJJ property.

Investigates all escapes from institutions upon apprehension of juvenile(s).

Transports juvenile(s) as required for medical appointments, funerals, etc. in and/or out of state per agency policy and operating procedures.

Prepares written reports of investigation based on his or her actions.

Escorts unauthorized, unruly visitors, or terminated employee(s) off DJJ Campuses.

Performs other related job duties deemed necessary by the Director of Public Safety and/or the Inspector General that supports the mission and needs of the agency. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required law enforcement experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to prepare reports.

Ability to prioritize multiple competing priorities during high stress situations.

Perform general police work such as maintaining order during emergencies, participating in vehicle and employee searches, be on alert for suspicious activities, drugs, theft, contraband, and juvenile abuse.

Patrol assigned area to prevent crime and detect violations of law.

Respond to complaints, reports of violations and request for assistance.

Investigate traffic collisions.

Escort unruly visitors off campus.

Perform emergency and routine juvenile transport.

Provide a safe environment for the juvenile(s), visitor(s) and employee(s) of DJJ.

On call for emergencies 24 hours per day.

Essential Position: Candidate should possess high moral, character, someone stable and nature and able to withstand a background investigation. Must be able to work with aggressive delinquent juveniles daily in accordance with SCDJJ Policies and Procedures. Must be able to lift 50+ lbs., sits 1-3 hours per day: stand 1-3 hours per day, walk 1-3 hours per day and ability to work varied hours to meet organizational needs. Deal with confidential and sensitive information. Ability to prioritize multiple competing priorities during high stress situations and ability occasionally travels overnight.

This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. The employee may have direct and direct contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health, dental, and life insurance
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days of sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.

You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.

Sign-On Bonus: Agencies may give sign-on bonuses to individuals recruited to critical needs jobs at the beginning of their employment with the agency. Bonuses cannot be offered or given to employees moving from other agencies by transfer, promotion or demotion. Sign-on bonuses are limited to one per employee, per year.

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public safety officer jobs in columbia sc

Public Safety Officer - Certified & Trainee

Detention Center Safety Officer

Inmate Labor Officer

Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level

Intake Officer - JDC

Security Specialist III (OMH Public Safety Columbia)

Security Professional Flex Officer

Security Guard Flex Shifts

School Resource Officer

Detention Deputy

Patrol Officer

PSO-II

Intake Officer - MEDC

Detention Center Captain

Sergeant - MEDC

Access Control Sergeant - MEDC

Correctional Officer II - MEDC/JDC

POLICE OFFICER CANDIDATE

BPS Non-Certified Law Enforcement Officer

Police Officer

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