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THE CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.

The City of West Columbia appreciates your interest in our organization. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time city employees, which includes health and life insurance, annual leave and sick leave. In addition, the City participates in the S. C. Retirement System.

You may view a listing of current job openings or you may call the City of West Columbia Job Line at 791-0355, extension 801.

APPLICATIONS ARE CURRENTLY BEING ACCEPTED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS.

Police Officer

The West Columbia Police Department seeks qualified applicants for the position of Police Officer. Primary duties include enforcement of state and local laws relating to public safety and other police officer duties. Salary Range $30,517.18 - $42,724.49. The City provides take home vehicle for officers living in proximity to the city. Essential job functions include:

* Must be 21 years of age
* Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
* Must be a U.S. Citizen
* Must have basic computer skills
* Must have a valid S.C. driver’s license and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle under normal and emergency situations, sometimes at high speeds, in fair and inclement weather
* Must not have a disqualifying incident on driving record such as driving under the influence of alcohol or dangerous drugs, reckless homicide, involuntary manslaughter or leaving the scene of an accident, etc.
* Must be able to physically restrain another individual
* Must be able to physically defend oneself
* Must be able to maintain focus and mental preparedness of shifts of 12-14 hours
* Must be able to load a weapon as well as safely and accurately fire a semi-automatic weapon
* Must be able to successfully pass a medical exam to include vision, hearing, and color blindness to S.C. Criminal Justice Academy standards
* Must be able to see well in a low light environment
* Must be able to pass a drug test
* Must be able to pass a polygraph exam
* Must be able to pass a psychological test to establish suitability for the demands and stresses of law enforcement employment
* Must have a satisfactory credit history
* Must be of good moral character as determined by a background investigation
* Must be able to successfully pass a physical agility test that includes the ability to run, climb, jump, lift, and drag heavy weight (over 100 lbs.) within standards and times established by the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy.
* Must have good communication skills
* Must have no convictions for crimes of moral turpitude as defined in law
* Must be able to tolerate exposure to extreme heat, cold, humidity and inclement weather

* Must be able to work varying shifts

Qualified applicants must complete a personal questionnaire, and provide certified copies of driver's license, social security card, birth certificate, high school diploma or GED, recent credit report, all DD214's, and 10 year driving history from every state in which license. Applicant must also provide a color photograph that is recent. Some items are necessary in order to verify identity and complete a background investigation.

CDL Driver

The City of West Columbia has an immediate opening for an experienced CDL driver for the Sanitation Department. Experience with front-load garbage collection vehicles required. Must possess a valid CDL driver’s license with a good driving record. Competitive salary DOQ with night pay .

Applications may be obtained at City Hall, 200 N. 12th Street, West Columbia, SC 29169, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., or you may download and print a copy by clicking on the "Application" link above. This job vacancy announcement is not a contract. The status of a position may be changed at any time.