Highway Patrol Advanced Team Sergeant (Promotion) - Troop 10, Training (60024422)

About the role

This is an internal posting for current South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) officers only. This position has Statewide Operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Training Unit in the coordination, planning, and execution of required training at the basic, in-service, and advanced levels, including research, development, and delivery of training in accordance with instructional certification requirements and subject matter expertise.
• Serve as the Department’s In-Service Coordinator, including development and implementation of in-service curriculum, administration and supervision of in-service training, and ensuring all statutory and policy mandated training requirements are met.
• Supervise officers in the performance of their duties and ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Mentor instructors and provide direction for proper classroom management and presentation.
• Provide periodic job performance reviews and counseling to subordinates as appropriate.
• Serve as a Law Enforcement Instructor, instructing classes for Basic, In-Service, and other specialized advanced training.
• Obtain and maintain Firearms Instructor, Defensive Driving Instructor, Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT) Instructor, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Taser Instructor, and Basic Instructor certifications.
• Research, create, and update lesson plans for in-service training and fields within the Patrol Tactics purview for Lesson Plan Development.
• Research new trends, analyze data, and innovative training programs that could enhance training for research, administration, and supervisory purposes.
• Supervise assigned subordinate personnel.
• Investigate traffic collisions, enforce motor vehicle laws, and assist disabled motorists as needed.
• Assist in other duties as a uniformed traffic officer at specialized assignments as directed.
• Perform law enforcement functions as needed for civil defense, emergency preparedness, and public protection.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency.
• Agency Minimum Requirements: Must have at least a high school diploma and the following additional requirements:
  • Time in Grade: Minimum of six (6) months of continuous service as a SCHP Corporal by the closing date of this vacancy.
  • Promotional Examination: Must have scored 70 or higher on a Promotional Examination for the vacancy rank within two (2) years of the closing date of the vacancy.
  • Promotional Interview Panel: Must have successfully completed a Promotional Interview Panel for the vacancy rank within two (2) years of the closing date of the vacancy.
  • Disciplinary Action: Ineligible if currently serving a suspension for disciplinary reasons or pending the outcome of an investigation. Ineligible if involuntarily demoted during the preceding six (6) months of the closing of the vacancy. Ineligible if received an “Unsuccessful” rating on the most recent performance evaluation or a “Performance Improvement Plan” (PIP) during the 12 months preceding the closing date of this vacancy.
  • Residency: Selected applicant must comply with SCDPS Policy #300.47 (Residency Requirements for Commissioned Law Enforcement Officers) within four (4) months of the effective date of the promotion/reassignment. Law enforcement personnel assigned to SCDPS Headquarters must establish a residence within Richland County or a location allowing response within 60 minutes.
• Must hold a SC Class I Law Enforcement Officer certification.
• Must be certified in Basic Instructor Development.
• Must obtain Instructor Certification in Firearms, Driving, and Defensive Tactics within one (1) year from the date of appointment to this position.
• Under limited supervision, make critical decisions requiring sound judgment, guided by state and federal laws and departmental policies and procedures.

Additional Information

• Overnight travel required on special assignments and/or response to critical incidents.
• May be required to gain and maintain additional certifications as required.