Bureau of Protective Services (BPS) Lieutenant (61165682)

THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING. ONLY CURRENT BPS OFFICERS WILL BE CONSIDERED.

Serves as the Field Operations Supervisor, with directing, coordinating and supervising the uniformed operations and special events of the Bureau of Protective Services' Governor’s Mansion and Judicial divisions.

Oversees the management and supervision of the Governor’s Mansion and Judicial divisions. Reviews and approves leave and time for two (2) division sergeants. Oversees scheduling and manpower decisions for Governor’s Mansion and Judicial divisions’ personnel. Assists, as needed, with manpower allocation decisions for the Governor’s Mansion and the Judicial divisions.

Coordinates security for special functions at the Governor's Mansion and Judicial Divisions. Coordinates special assignments to include providing security for various state entities holding hearings, appeals, or special meetings where additional precautions are deemed appropriate.

Investigates internal affairs cases as assigned by the Office of Professional Responsibility via the BPS Chief. Coordinates with South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) / Division of Strategic Services and Planning (DSSP) to conduct BPS staff inspections according to SCDPS policy. Assists the Captain with the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) reporting.

Assists in the creation and implementation of the Department's strategic plan. Assists with drafting, reviewing and implementing BPS policies and the accountability report.

Serves as a representative of BPS at official meetings, work groups, public functions, and special task forces as deemed necessary by the command staff.State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and experience supervising law enforcement personnel at a public law enforcement agency.

Agency Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and five (5) years of law enforcement experience. Must possess permanent status as a BPS Sergeant.

Must have or be able to attain basic class I law enforcement certification. Must have an excellent command of BPS/Department of Public Safety (DPS) policies and procedures and knowledge of SC Code of Laws; must also be knowledgeable of the overall operations of the BPS.

Must be able to apply abilities and skills with minimum supervision.

Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills.

Must be physically able to lift, bend and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Must be able to restrain individuals who may pose a threat to the Governor and other public officials, state employees, and the general public.

This individual must also be able to perform these duties under all weather conditions.The South Carolina Department of Public Safety is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin. The department prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin.