Criminal Justice Training Instructor (Police Science)
Salary
$60,696.00 - $66,000.00 Annually
Location
Richland County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
189702
Agency
Criminal Justice Academy
Opening Date
06/18/2026
Closing Date
6/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:
JC94
Position Number:
60010171
Normal Work Schedule:
Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Pay Grade
LAW05
Hiring Range - Min.
$60,696.00
Hiring Range - Max.
$66,000.00
Opening Date
06/18/2026
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:
Apply online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/cja • All information must be completed including the supplemental questions or your application will not be accepted. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine qualifications. • A CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK AND DRUG SCREENING ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL HIRES. ADDITIONALLY, A MEDICAL EXAMINATION AND FINGERPRINTING ARE REQUIRED FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS. • The selection process may take two to four weeks and may include a panel interview. All interviewees will be contacted regarding final hire selection.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
The South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy (Academy), Police Science Unit, is currently seeking an instructor. The instructor will function under general supervision and perform daily duties to support the operation of the unit.
Duties include:
Develops, updates, and delivers lesson plans and instructional content for the Police Science Unit. Conducts curriculum research to ensure training materials remain current, relevant, and aligned with best practices in law enforcement.
Serves as a primary or secondary instructor for both classroom and practical exercises within the basic law enforcement training program. Instructional areas include active shooter response, basic patrol operations, crimes in progress, building clearing, and arrest strategies.
Provides instruction and support for advanced police science training courses and may assist with training in other instructional units as needed.
Prepares, reviews, and updates student materials to ensure accuracy and effectiveness. Maintains responsibility for the currency and integrity of assigned training programs, ensuring alignment with job-specific knowledge, skills, and abilities identified through program task analysis.
Enforces student discipline in accordance with established policies and training standards.
Performs sworn law enforcement duties during critical incidents, including natural disasters and man-made emergencies requiring coordinated law enforcement response.
Participates in ride-alongs and provides operational support to partnering law enforcement agencies (state, local, and municipal) as needed or directed.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Salary:
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Comments
About You:
Considerable knowledge of law enforcement principles and practices; modern police practices, techniques, tactics, and methods.
Extensive knowledge of investigation practices.
Skill to research and develop comprehensive lesson plans in assigned training areas.
Ability to speak and write clearly and effectively; analyze problems and make appropriate recommendations.
Able to coordinate the work of students/others.
Able to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with fellow employees, supervisors, students, and agency representatives.
Able to work under limited supervision using independent discretion and judgment.
Responsible for managing, directing, and controlling all training delivery in assigned areas of instruction.
Maintain good physical condition to facilitate the ability to conduct demonstrations and work in the practical problems training area.
Available to work some nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Must acquire/maintain a valid SC CDL license as required for student bus transport.
About the Academy:
We are the face of law enforcement. Join us!
The South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy offers an exceptional benefits package for full-time (FTE) employees:
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.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education and work history. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. Provide an explanation for any gaps in the employment official application. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Incomplete applications are not referred to the hiring manager. I have read and I acknowledge the above statement.
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A background investigation will be conducted that may include, but not limited to, criminal records, drivers license, prior employment verification, and fingerprinting prior to an offer of employment. You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. All degrees must be from an accredited college or higher education institution. Applicants not chosen for this position may apply for future job vacancies at the SC Criminal Justice Academy. I have read and I understand this statement.
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Can you work some nights, weekends, and holidays as needed?
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Employer State of South Carolina
Agency Criminal Justice Academy Address 5400 Broad River Road
Columbia, South Carolina, 29212
Phone 803-896-3827
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.