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University of South Carolina
Police Officer (2 positions)
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A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.
$65,220 / year median in South Carolina
+5% projected growth
Job Description
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STA00524PO26
Job Family Law Enforcement and Emergency Management Job Function Law Enforcement USC Market Title Campus Police Officer Class I Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133418 Job Level T0- Technical Support Business Title (Internal Title) Police Officer (2 positions) Campus Upstate Work County Spartanburg College/Division USC Upstate College/Division Level Department UPS Police Officers 28 Day Rotation State Pay Range L03 USC Market Range L03
- $48,400 $54,500 $60,500 Anticipated Hiring Range $48,400
- $53,929; Salary commensurate with education and experience.
STA00524PO26
Spartanburg, SC The Campus Police Officer performs the duties of a state law enforcement officer for the University of South Carolina Upstate in accordance with South Carolina Code of Laws 23-6-430 by enforcing state criminal and traffic laws and policies, rules and regulations of the University. Protects persons and property while enforcing said rules, regulations and policies of the University of South Carolina Upstate campus. Provides highly visible patrols within the University's sphere of influence. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience No specific education or experience required. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Possess a valid South Carolina driver's license. Preferred Qualifications An associates or bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to handle stressful situations including mentally unstable persons and angry, violent or distressed persons while maintaining composure and professionalism. Ability to work night shifts, maintain confidentiality of investigations, possess effective communication skills and work effectively with a diverse community. Be physically qualified and have no criminal record. Must pass a background investigation and complete the SC Criminal Justice Academy and be certified by the SC Law Enforcement Training Council before assuming police duties Job Duties Job Duty Patrol the University Campus to protect and secure person(s) or property while deterring crime and detecting violations of the law, to include but not limited to traffic control duties, investigating criminal violations and securing crime scenes for investigators; promoting and actively participating in community policing and securing all buildings on campus. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 50 Job Duty Respond to all calls for service to include but not limited to emergencies, complaints, accidents, disturbances, medical calls, requests for car unlocks or battery jumps while taking appropriate action as needed in such cases and completing all necessary reports. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty Conduct highly visible patrols within the University's sphere of influence (1/2 mile from campus borders) to assist Spartanburg County Sheriff's Department patrols and calls for service including the five apartment complexes where many of our students reside Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Make presentations to student organizations, faculty and staff. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty Other duties as required or assigned. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive Yes Hazardous weather category Essential Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 09/01/2026 Job Open Date 07/10/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.Sign-On Bonus:
$7,500 sign-on bonus new hire, who was as an applicant was currently working either as a Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer certified by the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy or has been inactive with a law enforcement agency for less than 12 months and is able to have Class 1 certification immediately reinstated upon hire.Executed as follows:
$1,750 after successful completion field training; $750 after successful completion of 1st anniversary; $2,500 after successful completion of 2nd anniversary; and $2,500 after successful completion of 3rd anniversary. USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Program Dependent Scholarships Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities Additional Perks:
Wearing of beards is authorized. Outer protective vests are provided for officers as standard wear. All uniforms and duty shoes are paid for by USC Upstate. Built in overtime up to $ 7,000.00 Free University tuition after six months of employment including up to four classes per year ($5,798.00 value) used at any of the University of South Carolina campuses. $25.00 annual fee for USC Upstate employee's on-campus wellness center which includes an Olympic pool, free weights, weight machines, indoor track, aerobic classes and selectorized Matrix equipment. Police Officer Retirement System Advanced law enforcement training opportunities.Quicklink for Posting https:
//uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/209325 EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (- ).
- This University of South Carolina Upstate position is located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Do you wish to continue applying for this position? Yes No
- Are you willing and able to submit to a pre-employment background check that may include, but it is not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history as a condition of hire? Yes No
- Do you have a valid driver's license and good driving record? Yes No
- The salary range for this position is $48,400
- $53,929 based on education and experience.