Police Officer, Town of Atlantic Beach
Patrols the town to preserve law and order, to prevent or deter crime, to direct traffic and enforce traffic, parking, and safety laws and regulations for pedestrians and motorist, issue tickets in accordance with town code and state law. Cooperates with local, county, state and federal agencies. Answers calls and complaints involving automobile accidents, fires, robberies and other misdemeanors and felonies
Makes arrests and serves warrants, subpoenas, and other writs. Investigates crimes, interrogates witnesses and suspects and testifies in court. Reports hazards, notes suspicious circumstances and persons, and problematic establishments and residences. Warns, cities, or arrests violators of town ordinances. Inspects vehicles and equipment daily and reports problems in accordance with published orders. Notifies relevant town officials concerning abandoned vehicles and buildings as well as other zoning violations.
Other duties may be assigned or required at the discretion of the town, including assignment to emergency operations duties. It is the responsibility of each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as nay on-the-job injuries or illness. Ability to speak, hear, and understand the written and spoken language. Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb.
Must possess a high school diploma or GED and provide a valid transcript (if requested). Must possess or be able to acquire license and certification in Basic Law Enforcement from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. Must possess the ability to speak clearly, write legibly, and formulate basic reports an general correspondence. Must possess the ability to use basic computer equipment and programs. Must possess the ability to compute basic computer equipment and programs. Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license. Must maintain a residence in South Carolina.
Applications and forms may be found on the Town website townofatlanticbeachsc.com.
Return the entire packet to:
Town of Atlantic Beach
717 30th Avenue South
Atlantic Beach, SC 29582