Patrol Deputy

Description

The position of Patrol Deputy enforces all criminal, civil, and traffic-related laws. The Patrol Deputy also serves and enforces court documents from various Beaufort County courts. A Patrol Deputy’s activities include all aspects of law enforcement: investigations, prevention, detection, training, equipment operation, and administrative functions as may be required.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities

• Investigate crimes.
• Obtain and serve arrest warrants.
• Perform building checks.
• Complete detailed written reports.
• Search and transport prisoners.
• Respond to any and all dispatch calls received.
• Inspect equipment and vehicles.
• Record traffic/criminal citations.
• Prosecute cases in court.
• Testify in General Sessions Court or higher.
• Operate the patrol vehicle and all vehicle equipment.
• Perform foot patrols.
• Assist other agencies as required.
• Investigate traffic accidents.
• Direct traffic and conduct traffic safety checkpoints.
• Assist in the training of new deputies as assigned.
• Communicate all major/critical incidents to Command Staff.

General Qualifications

• 21 years of age minimum.
• Valid SC driver’s license.
• Registered SC voter.
• Resident of Beaufort County.
• Fluent in the oral and written communication of the English language.
• Clean criminal record: No Felony, serious misdemeanor, or convictions of any crime of moral turpitude.
• Good credit history.
• Good driving record: Must have a valid South Carolina driver’s license with no record during the previous five years for suspension of the driver’s license as a result of Driving Under the Influence, Reckless Homicide, Involuntary Manslaughter, Leaving the Scene of an Accident, or suspension for Operating a Motor Vehicle while their license is suspended. Must be able to pass the following: Intensive background investigation, written standards testing, medical physical examination, polygraph testing, psychological testing and weapon familiarization course of fire.
• Successfully complete the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office physical agility course.

Education

• A High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• A South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy Certificate, License, or Registration.
• A Basic Law Enforcement Certification.
• A Firearm Certification.

Supplemental Information

• All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment.
• Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation.
• Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.