Employment Opportunities
Please make sure you meet the specific qualifications for the position you are applying for; otherwise the application will not be processed. We look forward to receiving your application and discussing the employment opportunity of interest.
The Town of Ridgeville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications will be considered for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Avalable Positions :
Chief of Police
Police Officer
1. Position: Police Chief
The Town Of Ridgeville offers:
- Salary
Based on Experience
- Take home police Vehicle
- Paid time off
- Vacation/Sick Time
- Insurance Benefits (medical, dental, vision, and life)
We are looking for a Police Chief to maintain law and order, protect members of the public and their properties, prevent crime and improve citizens’ quality of life. The goal is to achieve community safety and crime reduction through Community Oriented Policing.
The Ridgeville Police Department is also an Equal Opportunity Employer
Responsibilities
- Deter crimes and assure community through high-visibility policing
- Patrol assigned areas and monitor activities to protect people/property
- Investigate crimes and apprehend suspected law violators
- Observe and respond to various situations or emergencies
- Follow rules, guidelines and protocols
- Conduct initial investigations
- Gather evidence and ensure successful prosecutions
- Produce internal reports and provide feedback on case status
- Deal with case paperwork and administrative procedures
- Foster good public relationships and liaise with community groups or individuals
- Coordinate operations with other emergency services
- Attend and provide evidence in court
Qualifications:
- High School Graduate
- 21 years of age or older
- No Criminal History
- LE1 Cert
- Valid SC Driver's License.
- Able to pass a medical physical
- US Citizen or Authorized to work in the US
- Able to pass a polygraph, psychological test, credit check, and pre-employment drug screen.
- Pass Pre-Employment Interview
- 10+ Years Law Enforcement Experience
- Command Staff or Supervisory Experience
Job Type: Full-time
Pay:
Salary is based on experience.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school
- SCCJA
2. Position: Police Officer
Ridgeville Police Department offers:
- Salary
Salary is based on Experience.
- Take home police Vehicle
- Paid time off
- Vacation/Sick Time
- Insurance Benefits (medical, dental, vision, and life)
We are looking for a responsible Police Officer to maintain law and order, protect members of the public and their properties, prevent crime and improve citizens’ quality of life. The goal is to achieve community safety and crime reduction through Community Oriented Policing.
The Ridgeville Police Department is also an Equal Opportunity Employer
Responsibilities
- Deter crimes and assure community through high-visibility policing
- Patrol assigned areas and monitor activities to protect people/property
- Investigate crimes and apprehend suspected law violators
- Observe and respond to various situations or emergencies
- Follow rules, guidelines and protocols
- Conduct initial investigations
- Gather evidence and ensure successful prosecutions
- Produce internal reports and provide feedback on case status
- Deal with case paperwork and administrative procedures
- Foster good public relationships and liaise with community groups or individuals
- Coordinate operations with other emergency services
- Attend and provide evidence in court
Skills You'll Acquire
- Proficiency in using police equipment
- Excellent knowledge of standard operating procedures, judicial procedures, civil and constitutional laws
- Working knowledge of interrogation techniques and scene management
- Knowledge and skills of law enforcement principles and practices
- Adequate interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to build effective working relationships
- Sound judgement along with effective decision making skills
- Conflict resolutions and problem solving skills
- Responsibility, dependability, honesty and integrity
Positions Available:
Police Officer - Non Certified or Certified
Qualifications:
- High School Graduate or GED
- 21 years of age or older
- No Criminal History
- Able to get South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy Certificate if not Certified Officer in the State of South Carolina
- Valid SC Driver's License.
- Able to pass a medical physical
- US Citizen or Authorized to work in the US
- Able to pass a polygraph, psychological test, credit check, and pre-employment drug screen.
- Pass Pre-Employment Interview
Job Type: Full-time
Pay:
Certified Officers Salary is based on experience.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shifts
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Education:
- High school or Equivalent
Work Location: Patrol Division (On the road)
Applications can be found at 105 School St. Ridgeville SC 29472 in the Front Office of the Town Hall or on this page. Please return the application with your resume to the front office at the Town Hall.
This application must be completed in full and signed. Incomplete or unsigned applications will not be considered. By filling out this application you are neither guaranteed an interview nor a job. The Town of Ridgeville is an employment at will organization and, therefore, has no permanent employees. If you are selected for an interview, you will be notified by Town Hall or the Department Head.