Law Enforcement Officer II

Requirements

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.  Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements: A high school diploma and experience in environmental health programs. A bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences, mathematics, public health, engineering or a related technical field may be substituted for the required work experience. Must have excellent organizational and communication skills, be able to make presentations in a group setting, and communicate clearly and concisely in both an oral and written manner; work effectively in a team-oriented environment and independently in a field environment. The ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. Encourage positive working relationships with coworkers, industry, and government officials; work in all reasonable weather conditions; access non-traditional work environments; traverse uneven grounds, climb ladders, stoop, lift and carry up to 50 pounds; swim and work comfortably in a boat on open water and in rough weather conditions; walk on narrow cat walks that require a sense of balance; make visual observations of facilities, samples, plans, specifications, reports, etc.; visually
differentiate between various shades of color; conduct field tests, using delicate instruments and chemicals, which require steady hands; and wear the required safety equipment as needed, to include, but not limited to, safety glasses, lab coats, and nitrile or latex gloves; and maintain a professional personal appearance. This position requires the successful completion of prescribed technical coursework and passing the test relevant to the position before the end of the probationary period or trial period. Occasional overnight travel, as well as night, weekend, and holiday work schedule may be required. Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences or related technical field; or an associate degree in the natural or physical sciences or related technical field and two (2) years of environmental health or related experience; or a high school diploma and four (4) years of environmental health or related experience. Data management skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access). Knowledge of boating activities and shellfish regulations and standards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with Section 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976 as a Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer. Applicants must possess and maintain a valid SC driver's license with a good driving record and pass a background investigation prior to appointment. Applicants must be a United States citizen, be at least 21 years of age and be able to perform all the essential job functions of the law enforcement area for which you are applying. Once hired, applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a commission issued by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).Supplemental questions are part of the official application. Any misrepresentation of yourself will disqualify you from the position.
 
Qualified applicants will receive a supplemental Law Enforcement application which must be completed and returned within ten (10) working days.
 
A COMPLETE BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION WILL BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT OF THIS POSITION INCLUDING DRIVER HISTORY CHECK, CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK, EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK, REFERENCE CHECKS, CREDIT CHECK, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION, POLYGRAPH EXAM, MEDICAL EXAM AND DRUG SCREEN.
 
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record. SC DHEC is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DHEC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

This position is part of the South Carolina Department of Environmental Control’s (Division/Bureau). The work performed supports DHEC’s mission to improve the quality of life for all South Carolinians by protecting and promoting the health of the public and the environment. Effective July 1, 2024, this position will transfer to the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services created by Senate Bill 399 which provides for the creation of the Department of Environmental Services to assume the environmental-related functions of DHEC.