Chief of Port Police

POSITION SUMMARYThe Chief of Port Police serves as the department head for SC Ports' law enforcement, security operations, emergency communications, and access control functions. This position is responsible for the leadership, operational effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement of all Port Police activities supporting SC Ports facilities and operationsTECHNICAL SKILLSBusiness AcumenStrategic Thinking Regulatory and Risk ManagementOperational Excellence Emergency Management and Crisis Leadership Financial Management Stakeholder Management Change Leadership Customer Focus 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDepartment Leadership: Direct and oversee all law enforcement, security operations, dispatch, emergency communications, and access control activities; Lead departmental planning, workforce development, succession planning, and performance management initiatives; Establish clear expectations, accountability measures, and performance standards for all departmental personnel; Foster a culture of professionalism, service, integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement; Develop future leaders and ensure operational continuity through effective succession planning.Business Operations and Strategic Support: Support the implementation of departmental strategies aligned with SC Ports' strategic objectives and operational priorities; Develop and manage departmental operating and capital budgets; Monitor key performance indicators and implement process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness; Evaluate staffing models, deployment practices, technology investments, and resource utilization to ensure efficient service delivery; Partner with terminal operations and business leaders to develop practical security solutions that support safe and efficient cargo movement.Security and Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and security requirements; Lead implementation and maintenance of Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) requirements, Facility Security Plans, and related security programs; Coordinate with the United States Coast Guard, Customs and Border Protection, Transportation Security Administration, Federal Bureau of Investigation, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, and other regulatory and law enforcement partners; Lead security inspections, audits, assessments, exercises, and corrective action initiatives; Maintain readiness for regulatory inspections and emergency response events.Emergency Management and Public Safety: Direct emergency preparedness, incident response, business continuity support, and crisis management activities; Serve in leadership roles during emergencies, severe weather events, security incidents, and operational disruptions; Ensure departmental readiness through training, exercises, equipment management, and operational planning; Coordinate mutual aid and collaborative response efforts with local, state, and federal agencies.Personnel and Organizational Development: Oversee recruitment, retention, training, certification, and professional development programs; Ensure compliance with all law enforcement certification and training requirements; Promote employee engagement, workforce development, and continuous learning; Manage employee relations matters and support a positive workplace culture.