Transport Officer
Charlestonsc
·May 6, 2026
- Salary
- $51k – $54k
- Location
- Police Department Headquarters, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Administration
- Source
- Workday
Description
This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.
Annual Salary:
$50,544.00 - $54,073.50Hourly:
$25.92 - $27.73Department:
Police, Public SafetyDivision:
Community Oriented PolicingFLSA:
Non-ExemptJob Description:
This role will place an emphasis on providing excellent customer service and perform various routine and specialized clerical activities to assist Police Department officers and citizens.
Examples of Duties:
- Attends training, workshops, meetings, etc., as required to enhance job knowledge and skills.
- Responds where dispatched to pick up prisoners and transport them to the appropriate jail or court.
- Receives prisoner property from arresting officer and ensures it is logged at the jail.
- Confirms all pertinent paperwork is properly filled and complete before transporting.
- Keeps log of transported prisoners.
- Types, prepares, processes, copies, scans, files, and distributes various documents.
- Becomes proficient in the use, handling, and maintenance of transport van, issued firearm, OC spray, handcuffs, leg shackles, and Police radio.
- Refers to policy and procedure manuals, computer manuals, directories, maps, logs, etc.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree (AA/AS) or equivalent in a related field; and one year of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel, and Word, or similar software.
- Valid South Carolina Driver’s License.
- SC LE II (Corrections Officer) Certification at time of hire or within 6 months of employment.
- All qualified applicants must possess a clean criminal history and successfully complete the following: polygraph test, drug screening, and background investigation where applicable.
- All sworn and certain civilian positions will also be required to successfully complete a psychological evaluation, and oral board interview.
- To learn more about the Charleston Police Department, visit our website: www.charleston-pd.org
- For additional assistance, feel free to contact the Police Personnel Department at (843) 720-2489.
Other Necessary Requirements:
- In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City’s needs.
- May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]
Skills
ExcelCustomer Service