Law Enforcement Officer II / CORPORAL (Columbia)

Law Enforcement Officer II / CORPORAL (Columbia)

Salary

$53,300.00 - $66,600.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

190663

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division

Public Safety

Opening Date

07/15/2026

Closing Date

7/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Please apply on-line.

Class Code:

JC20

Position Number:

60019239

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Pay Grade

LAW04

Hiring Range - Min.

$53,300.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$66,600.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement

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

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Job Responsibilities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in peoples lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a CORPORAL who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate lifes challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Public Safety Division, 7901 Farrow Rd, Columbia SC 29203. These positions will be in a hospital setting at William S. Hall.

Responsibilities for the Law Enforcement Officer II - CORPORAL:

• Coordinate and supervise Public Safety Officers in maintaining surveillance of the Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities grounds, by routine checking doors, windows and fence and conducting routine searches of patients, employees and visitors.
• Coordinate and supervise Public Safety Officers in investigating reports of patient abuse, employees misconduct, missing or stolen property, complaints of visitors, deaths, suicidal attempts, and altercations where patients, staff, or visitors are injured. Interview suspects, victims and witness to develop and secure information to be used in legal and administrative proceedings. Prepare detailed reports to include diagrams and photographs, pursue charges and make arrest as required.
• Coordinate and supervise the assisting of treatment personnel with highly distributed patients when they become unmanageable. Transport unmanageable and court unit patients to clinics and Probate Court Hearing.
• Maintain order by observing suspicious persons or unusual incidents or enforces hospital rules, regulations and policies, as well as state laws.
• Conduct routine property checks as needed, when buildings are not occupied.
• Ensure that patients are properly searched and restrained acquired during transports.
• Maintain applicable records, logs and incident reports.
• Conduct routine searches of visitors, employees, packages and vehicles as required.
• Be on call as needed, work shifts as requires, carryout job assignments as directed by supervisor and work overtime as needed.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency. A bachelors degree may be substituted for the required law enforcement experience.
• Two (2) years of experience in law enforcement.
• Must have certification through SC Department of Public Safety in accordance with statue 23-23-40 of code of laws SC 1976.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

Post hire, employee must have:

• Knowledge of state laws, agency regulations and facilities rules and requirements.

• Ability to establish and maintain a satisfactory professional relationship with staff, patients and visitors, entering these grounds.

• Ability to adjust to fluctuating situations, disturbances, while enforcing rules/regulations.

• Ability to work fluctuating hours.

• Have considerable knowledge of State Laws, rules, and regulations of the South Carolina Department of Behavorial Health and Developmental Disabilities.

• The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities 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.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year

• 15 days sick leave per year

• 13 paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)

• Retirement benefit choices *

• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)

• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

• *Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

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.

01

Have you ever been employed by the SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)?

• Yes
• No

02

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application. PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

• Checking this box indicated your understanding to the above referenced statement

03

Do you have a high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency?

• Yes
• No

04

Did you graduate with at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you available and willing to rotate shifts as assigned?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you currently a certified Class 1 law enforcement officer in South Carolina?

• Yes
• No

07

Have you ever been arrested/convicted of a criminal offense (other than for minor traffic violations)?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have at least two (2) years of experience in law enforcement?

• Yes
• No

09

If you answered yes to the previous question, please briefly explain.

• Yes
• No

10

Does your Driving Record indicate/show clear of any violations, suspensions, reportable accidents, numerous speeding violation/convictions, in the last five (5) years as a result of alcoholic beverage or dangerous drug violation, or leaving the scene of an accident? (The overall driving record will be evaluated with emphasis on the severity, habitual offenses, date and age, time span, and number of violations accumulated).

• Yes
• No

11

I will be fully able to and agree to work additional hours for emergencies as needed.

• Yes
• No

12

Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Address 400 Otarre Parkway

Cayce, South Carolina, 29033

Phone OIDD - (803)898-9600

OMH - (803) 898-8600

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.