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State of South Carolina

Special Agent II/III - Alcohol Enforcement Unit/Low Country Unit

State of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228


Salary:

$66,700.00 - $73,370.00 Annually

Location :

Richland County, SC

Job Type:

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number:

24-149

Agency:

State Law Enforcement Division (SLED)

Division:

Other

Opening Date:

10/11/2024

Closing Date:

10/20/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Residency Requirement:

Yes

Class Code::

JC30

Position Number::

61054388

Normal Work Schedule::

Other

Pay Band:

Band 6

Hiring Range - Min.:

$66,700.00

Hiring Range - Max.:

$73,370.00

Opening Date:

10/11/2024

EEO Statement:

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures::

All applicants must complete the on-line State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application, nor will it be used to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

Residency Requirement (specifics)::

Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, or Jasper County.

Normal Work Schedule (Other)::

Work week will be 43 hours, including some evening and weekend hours, subject to emergency call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Veteran Preference Statement:

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

The State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is searching to fill a Special Agent position on our Alcohol Enforcement

Team in the Low Country Region within the Alcohol, Tobacco and Lottery Unit.

The ideal candidate must have a bachelor's degree, integrity, and a strong desire for public service.

General ResponsibilityParticipate in the detection of crime and enforcement of criminal laws. Primarily focus on planning and conducting complete alcohol enforcement criminal and administrative investigations.

Specific Duties

Conduct Investigations: Conduct criminal investigations and enforce laws of the State of South Carolina, primarily focused on state statutes and regulations pertaining to alcohol and vice related crimes.Support Local Law Enforcement: Participate and assist local law enforcement agencies when requested or assigned by SLED Lieutenant.Report Information: Prepare written statements/affidavits and reports of interview from suspects, victims and witnesses to crimes or relevant matters. Prepare accurate and grammatically correct reports of investigative findings and prepare status reports for investigations. Provide oral communications concerning cases and matters for briefing and advise Lieutenant as required. Report statistical information related to assigned cases as required.Perform Administrative Tasks - Perform various administrative tasks as required by SLED; prepare and submit daily, input data into SCEIS, and submit weekly schedule to SLED Lieutenant. Maintain accurate case files in assigned investigations. Prepare destruction orders and/or return evidence when cases have been disposed.Support Program Areas - Perform various support tasks relating to the SLED. Maintain issued equipment. Participate in the evacuation of persons from areas threatened by actual or impending disaster. Participate in measures to prevent and/or control civil disorder and acts of violence. Participate in training and firearm qualifications. Assist other SLED Units as assigned and perform other duties as required.Minimum and Additional Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university.Must have Class I Certification by the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy and at least three (3) years of investigative experience.Knowledge of law enforcement investigative techniques, interviewing methods, inspections, compliance review strategies and overall case management procedures.Position will require some evening and weekend hours.Subject to overnight travel and twenty-four hour emergency call.Additional Comments

South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

SLED offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children15 days annual (vacation) leave per year15 days sick leave per year13 paid holidaysState Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation of yourself may be grounds for disqualification.

Conditional selection based on candidate education, training, experience, oral interviews and clearance of background investigation.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance BenefitsEligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement BenefitsState employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace BenefitsState employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01

Do you have a bachelor's degree or will you have a bachelor's degree within 90 days of the posting date?

YesNo

02

Are you a current Class I Certified Law Enforcement Officer through the SC Criminal Justice Academy?

YesNo

03

Do you have at least three (3) years of investigative/law enforcement experience?

YesNo

04

Do you have any law enforcement experience? If yes, please describe.

05

Do you reside in or are you willing to relocate to Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, or Jasper County.

YesNo

06

If offered the position, are you willing to accept a salary offer between $66,700 and $73,370?

YesNo

07

I understand that this position will require some evening/weekend hours, is subject to overnight travel, and 24-hour emergency call.

YesNo

08

As part of the application process, are you willing to submit to a background investigation to include: a criminal history check, driving record, history of drug use, employer and personal reference checks?

YesNo

09

As part of the application process, are you willing to submit to a polygraph examination?

YesNo

10

Have you ever used/experimented with any illegal drugs? If yes, provide name of drug and last date used.

11

Have you ever purchased or sold any illegal drugs? If yes, provide name of drug and date of action.

12

I understand that these supplemental questions are an official part of this application. Any attempt to misrepresent myself may be grounds for disqualification.

YesNo

13

I have read each question carefully and affirm or attest that all questions answered are true and correct?

YesNo

14

How did you learn about this career opportunity? (Careers.SC.Gov; LinkedIn; Employee Referral; Career Fair; Direct E-Mail; Etc.) Please specify below.

Required Question