The City of Orangeburg Public Safety Department offers rewarding career opportunities for individuals dedicated to protecting and serving our community. Our team includes police officers, firefighters, dispatchers and other key roles that work together to respond to emergencies, enforce laws, support public safety services and enhance quality of life throughout the city. Each position plays a vital role in keeping our residents safe, providing critical response when it matters most and contributing to a strong and resilient community.
Key Positions and General Responsibilities
Police Officer
- Performs general police duties to protect life and property by enforcing laws and ordinances.
- Responsibilities include police patrol, incident investigation, traffic regulation, and related public safety activities.
Dispatcher
- Engages in telecommunications work, responsible for monitoring City services, radios, and answering incoming telephone calls.
- Dispatches emergency personnel, vehicles, and equipment based on the location and nature of the call.
- Serves as a lifeline to officers in the field.
Firefighter
- Performs general duties within the fire department to protect life and property in the department's fire service district.
- Responsibilities include driving and operating various fire apparatus, performing fire suppression, determining the cause of fires, regulating fire-ground traffic, conducting fire prevention, and providing public fire education.
Probationary Firefighter Job Description
Public Safety Support Roles
Support staff play a critical role in daily operations by assisting with administration, forensic science, accreditation, and other essential functions that allow public safety personnel to serve the community effectively.
Join Our Team
Are you ready to be part of our team? View our current job openings or apply for an available position.