Communications Specialist II (Hourly)

Communications Specialist II (Hourly)

Salary

$16.00 Hourly

Location

Lexington County, SC

Job Type

Temporary - Full-Time

Job Number

194694

Agency

Department of Natural Resources

Division

Law Enforcement Division

Opening Date

10/28/2026

Closing Date

11/17/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

All applicants may apply online.

Class Code:

BA20

Position Number:

11111111;

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

10 AM to 8 PM

Pay Grade

Unclassified

Hiring Range - Min.

$16.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement

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

• Description
• Benefits

Job Responsibilities

This employee will work in SCDNRs Radio Room and will be responsible for the following:

• Operating the Statewide radio console system and the toll free Operation Game Thief (OGT) hotline.
• Maintaining all certifications.
• Maintaining proficiency in all skills necessary to operate consoles.
• Maintaining all radio equipment and reporting all issues that cannot be fixed to supervisors.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A high school diploma.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to remain personable and have a good attitude answering phones, including dealing with high stress calls from the public and officers. Proficient with computers and phones. Ability to get NCIC Full Function Certification.

Additional Comments

This position will be located at the SCDNR Telecommunications Center/Radio Room.

2762 Fish Hatchery Road

West Columbia, SC 29172

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 Benefits

Eligible 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 Benefits

State 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 Benefits

State 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.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Natural Resources Address 260 D Epting Lane

West Columbia, South Carolina, 29172

Phone 803-734-4400

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.