Police Officer

During all phases of the application process, all information requested must be accurate and truthful. Failure to provide information as requested will terminate your application process. Questionable information may require an explanation before further processing can take place. If you are employed and information provided is found to be false, the result can be termination from employment. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Police Department at (843)-322-7900. The City of Beaufort Police Department is seeking to fill an open police officer position within the Department. Experienced certified police officers, civilian-military police officers, or former military police officers are preferred but not required. This police officer position performs patrol duties in assigned areas of the City, responds to calls for service, generates calls for service; enforces federal and state laws and city ordinances; performs traffic enforcement; conducts property checks, and participates in community-oriented policing activities. Up to $5,000 Signing bonus In-State Certified Law Enforcement Officer Candidates or Up to $2,500 Relocation Allowance For Qualified Candidates. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must meet all requirements for employment consideration: • Must be 21 years of age • Must have a high school diploma or general education development (GED) equivalent • Must be a US Citizen • Must obtain a valid SC driver's license before the date of the hire • Must have a clean criminal record (no felonies, serious misdemeanors, criminal domestic violence, or crimes of moral turpitude) • Must have a clean driving history, with no convictions for driving under the influence, driving under suspension, or leaving the scene of an accident within the past ten years. Convictions for speeding must be minimal • Must have an Honorable Discharge if previously served in the military • If currently employed as a certified officer, the candidate must have a favorable work history with their department • Must have no prior history of illicit drug use, which conflicts with Department policy • Must be able to pass all phases of the hiring process HIRING PROCESS: The process consists of: • Submission of a properly completed police application prior to the closing date (Incomplete applications will not be processed) • Background investigation (criminal history, credit history, driving history, work history) • Oral interview board • Pass the Police Officer Selection Test (written aptitude test) • Successfully pass a physical agility course • Successfully complete polygraph exam • Successfully complete psychological exam • Successfully pass a medical physical exam and drug screening SALARY INFORMATION: Salary is based on education and experience. Salary Range is: $61,000.00-$67,229.00 (Depends on Qualifications) An additional percentage will be attributed to the annual salary of those with higher education. Three percent for an associate's degree, five percent for a bachelor's degree, and seven percent for a master's degree. The City of Beaufort also offers performance-based salary increases annually. ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR PROCESSING: • Copy of a valid Driver's License • Copy of Birth Certificate • Copy of Social Security Card • Copy of High School Diploma or GED • Certified ten-year driving record (You must provide a copy of your driving record from every state you have been licensed to drive within the past ten years.) • Copy of form DD-214 (if applicable) • Copies of other documents that may be applicable to employment (i.e., certifications, training documents, diplomas, etc.) SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBILITY: Candidate must hold a current South Carolina Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer Certification in good standing, AND have a minimum of 2 ½ YEARS full-time sworn law enforcement experience post field training, preceding submission of your application date SALARY RANGE: $61,000.00-$67,229.00 (DEPENDS ON QUALIFICATIONS) FOR FURTHER QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT: Msgt. Benjamin Brooks Beaufort Police Department 1901 Boundary Street Beaufort, SC 29902 bbrooks@cityofbeaufort.org (843) 322-7946 Office (843) 322-7905 FAX