Patrol Team Sergeant

Posting Number: STA00479PO26

Job Family
Law Enforcement and Emergency Management

Job Function
Law Enforcement

USC Market Title
Sergeant

Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133392

Job Level
P4 – Professional

Business Title (Internal Title)
Patrol Team Sergeant

Campus: Beaufort

Work County
Beaufort

College/Division: USC Beaufort College/Division Level

Department: BFT Law Enforcement

State Pay Range
L08

USC Market Range
L08 – $81,700 $96,000 $110,300

Anticipated Hiring Range
86474

Location of Vacancy
USCB campuses (BFT, BLUF, HHI)

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Hours per Week: 40

Work Schedule

Rotating 12 hour shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays will be required.

Basis: 12 months

Job Search Category: Law Enforcement

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service – helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans’ Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Advertised Job Summary

The Law Enforcement Officer II/Public Safety Sergeant provides law enforcement, security, and protection for the University of South Carolina Beaufort Community and property. Serves as the primary supervisor of a team of officers. These are certified police officers in accordance with SC Code of Laws 23-6-430, empowered with full arrest and police authority state wide. They enforce state laws and University rules and regulations.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Must be certified by the SC Criminal Justice Academy as a class one law enforcement officer.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or a combination of a high school education and experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of modern law enforcement techniques and procedures/knowledge of how to collect and preserve evidence. Knowledge of legal rights of both suspects and law enforcement personnel, knowledge of the laws of SC, knowledge of the functions and inter relationships of other law enforcement agencies. Skill in operation of law enforcement vehicles, weapons, and communications equipment. Ability to transfer knowledge and expertise to other officers in a constructive and effective matrix, knowledge of police communications desk operations and process NCIC certification or ability to complete NCIC certification. Thorough knowledge of policies and procedures and research processes. Ability to prepare reports, analyze information and derive conclusions. Ability to coordinate with other agencies and departments. Ability to successfully complete investigative training. Must maintain current SC Criminal Justice Academy certification. Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion to meet schedules and deadlines.

Job Duty

Patrols assigned area to prevent crime and detect violations of law and Policy / apprehends and arrests violators. Responds to complaints, reports of violations and requests for assistance. Keeps records and makes reports regarding all activities.. Serve as Sergeant and supervise all under rank officers on their respective shift.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
40

Job Duty

Establishes/maintains positive working relationships w/ other law enforcement agencies. Other related duties as requested. Assists with crime prevention measures and programs. Communicates with other team/shift sergeants to maintain cohesiveness within the department.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
20

Job Duty

Issues warnings and citations (criminal and internal disciplinary) to violators. Directs traffic and controls crowds. Testifies in court and other criminal and administrative proceedings to include prosecution of defendants in court. Process and documents crime scenes.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
20

Job Duty

Conducts surveillance and performs undercover assignments. Collects and presents evidence to obtain and execute search and/or arrest warrants. Assists with dispatch operations.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Job Duty

Conducts follow up investigations and spreads workloads accordingly, creates and manages schedules of all assigned team members on their respective shift. Reviews incident reports daily while on duty. Serves as an “on-call” supervisor when their shift/team is on duty.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive: Yes

Hazardous weather category: Essential

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 08/01/2026

Job Open Date: 06/24/2026

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.

Starting Pay: $84,474

Additional Perks:

Take home vehicle

Tattoos & facial hair permitted

Outer protective vests are provided for officers as standard wear.

All uniforms and duty shoes are paid for by USC Beaufort.

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.

Gym on campus

Police Officer Retirement System

Advanced law enforcement training opportunities.

No college degree required

Special event pay

15 days of vacation leave per year

15 days of sick leave per year

13 paid holidays per year (including an extended December holiday)

State health/dental/vision options

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

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.

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