Plans, analyzes and directs the command of operations of assigned divisions within law enforcement.
Employees in this is the class serve as a senior officer to include Major and Lieutenant Colonel at the Department of Natural Resources and Captain and Major at the Department of Public Safety and State Law Enforcement Division responsible for exercising command and control over a particular unit or division.
Plans, coordinates and directs administrative activities and/or field operations. Explains orders, messages and decisions to law enforcement personnel. Advises personnel of changes in laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Selects, supervises and evaluates law enforcement personnel. Drafts orders, policies and procedures relative to the area of responsibility. Monitors expenditures and ensures proper utilization of personnel and resources. Develops strategic plans and long-range projections for personnel, equipment and facilities.
Knowledge of proper law enforcement officer behavior and role. Knowledge of modern law enforcement techniques and procedures. Knowledge of how to collect and preserve evidence. Knowledge of the legal rights of both suspects and law enforcement personnel. Knowledge of the laws one is responsible for enforcing. Knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of other law enforcement agencies. Knowledge of personnel and fiscal practices in state government. Skill in the operation of law enforcement vehicles, weapons and communications equipment. Ability to correctly evaluate situations and make good decisions. Ability to effectively interview witnesses and suspects. Ability to represent the agency effectively in dealings with the public. Ability to read and comprehend written materials. Ability to write clearly and effectively. Ability to plan, organize and review work activities. Ability to lead, guide, train, advise and assist subordinates in a manner conducive to high professional standards, full performance and good morale. Ability to build and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships among agency employees and other law enforcement organizations to ensure an integrated and cooperative law enforcement effort.
Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with Section 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976. Some positions require a commercial driver's license. Senior Commissioned Officer ranking.
A bachelor's degree and experience supervising law enforcement personnel at a public law enforcement agency.