Bureau of Protective Services (BPS) Lieutenant (61165682)

THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING. ONLY CURRENT BPS OFFICERS WILL BE CONSIDERED.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the Field Operations Supervisor, directing, coordinating, and supervising the uniformed operations and special events of the Bureau of Protective Services' Governor's Mansion and Judicial divisions.
• Oversees the management and supervision of the Governor's Mansion and Judicial divisions.
• Reviews and approves leave and time for two (2) division sergeants.
• Oversees scheduling and manpower decisions for Governor's Mansion and Judicial divisions' personnel.
• Assists, as needed, with manpower allocation decisions for the Governor's Mansion and the Judicial divisions.
• Coordinates security for special functions at the Governor's Mansion and Judicial Divisions.
• Coordinates special assignments to include providing security for various state entities holding hearings, appeals, or special meetings where additional precautions are deemed appropriate.
• Investigates internal affairs cases as assigned by the Office of Professional Responsibility via the BPS Chief.
• Coordinates with South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) / Division of Strategic Services and Planning (DSSP) to conduct BPS staff inspections according to SCDPS policy.
• Assists the Captain with the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) reporting.
• Assists in the creation and implementation of the Department's strategic plan.
• Assists with drafting, reviewing, and implementing BPS policies and the accountability report.
• Serves as a representative of BPS at official meetings, work groups, public functions, and special task forces as deemed necessary by the command staff.

Requirements

State Minimum Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and experience supervising law enforcement personnel at a public law enforcement agency.

Agency Minimum Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and five (5) years of law enforcement experience.
• Must possess permanent status as a BPS Sergeant.
• Must have or be able to attain basic Class I law enforcement certification.
• Must have an excellent command of BPS/Department of Public Safety (DPS) policies and procedures and knowledge of SC Code of Laws; must also be knowledgeable of the overall operations of the BPS.
• Must be able to apply abilities and skills with minimum supervision.
• Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be physically able to lift, bend, and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to restrain individuals who may pose a threat to the Governor and other public officials, state employees, and the general public.
• Must be able to perform these duties under all weather conditions.