Law Enforcement Officer II (Columbia)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in peoples lives Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking aLaw Enforcement Officer IIwho is motivated to help individuals and families navigate lifes challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier more resilient community we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities for theLaw Enforcement Officer II:

• Issue warnings and citations to violators
• Apprehend and arrests violators
• Provide a safe environment for patients visitors and employees
• Investigate traffic accidents direct traffic and control crowds
• Perform general police work such as maintaining order during emergencies participating in vehicles and employee searches be on alert for suspicious activities drugs thefts contraband and patient abuse
• Enforce traffic rules regulations and issue warnings summons tickets prepare written reports of all incidents and occurrences
• Testify in court and other legal proceedings
• Keep records and make reports regarding activities

• Additional Requirements
  • Must pass pre-employment drug test a psychological assessment background screening and a physical to meet employment requirements.
  • Must meet the 20/20 vision standards or no more than 20/100 corrected to 20/20. Candidates must also be capable of distinguishing without corrections three colors: green yellow and red.

• Certified as a Law Enforcement Officer (graduated 12 weeks Criminal Justice Academy in South Carolina mandated by
• One (1) year as a Certified Law Enforcement Officer with knowledge of SC Laws or MP (former Military Police) or minimum one year in corrections security or law enforcement.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Post Hire employee must:

• Have considerable knowledge of State Laws rules and regulations of the South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD).

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation) national origin age (40 or older) disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health dental vision long-term disability and life insurance for employees spouse and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices*
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.