Highway Patrol Sergeant (Promotion) - Troop 1, Post B (60019682)

THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING FOR CURRENT SOUTH CAROLINA HIGHWAY PATROL (SCHP) OFFICERS ONLY.

This position serves Kershaw and Lee counties.

As a South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) Squad Leader, performs supervisory, administrative, and personnel management duties in an assigned area of the state. Patrols and enforces motor vehicle traffic laws on South Carolina (SC) streets and highways. Enforces other criminal laws of the state and investigates collisions as necessary. In the absence of the SCHP Post Commander, responsible for management and supervision of Post operations as directed.

Plans, directs, and supervises law enforcement, administrative, and personnel management operations of the Highway Patrol in assigned Post . Supervises Post personnel in the accurate completion of required activity documentation, collision investigations, and reports. Conducts line inspections, audits and monitors accreditation compliance. Assists in the proper management of the office facility and handling of evidence and equipment. Conducts meetings with Post personnel and maintains effective communication and dissemination of information through the chain of command.

Plans and schedules daily work assignments of enforcement personnel, ensuring proper shift coverage within the Post . Supervises the execution of work assignments and provides guidance in law enforcement and administrative operations, as well as personnel management. Ensures Post personnel attend assigned training and enforcement activities, as required. Conducts performance reviews in an accurate and timely manner.

Patrols SC roadways and enforces motor vehicle and criminal laws as necessary. Serves as collision investigation specialist . Coordinates and implements special enforcement operations. Reviews selective enforcement data to determine personnel assignment needs.

Ensures that Troopers follow standard operating procedures in collision investigations, issuing citations, case preparation, and court attendance. Reviews and assists subordinates in case presentation and prosecution of court cases.

Works cooperatively with state, local, and federal law enforcement agencies, public officials, and the community in matters related to public safety. Participates in safety education and enforcement initiatives. Interprets safety rules for the public.

Attends in-service training to maintain required certifications. Stays abreast of current policies, procedures, and regulations by reviewing new and amended laws, court rulings, operational policies and directives. Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to accurately apply traffic and criminal laws, the SCHP Manual of Operations, department policies, and personnel management procedures.