Special Agent I/II/III - Investigative Services/Midlands Region

Special Agent I/II/III - Investigative Services/Midlands Region

Salary

$61,000.00 - $77,165.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

26-112

Agency

State Law Enforcement Division (SLED)

Division

Investigative Services

Opening Date

09/08/2026

Closing Date

9/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Residency Requirement

Yes

Class Code:

JC20/JC30

Position Number:

61129639

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Pay Grade

LAW04

LAW06

Hiring Range - Min.

$61,000.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$77,165.00

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):

Candidate must reside in, or be willing to relocate to, one of the following counties: Lancaster, Chester, Fairfield, Kershaw, Richland, Lexington, Saluda, Edgefield, Aiken, or McCormick.

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Work week will be 43 hours, Monday - Friday, and 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.

• Description
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Job Responsibilities

The S.C. Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is searching to fill a Special Agent position in our Investigative Services - Midlands Region. The ideal candidate must have a bachelor's degree, integrity, and a strong desire for public service.

About SLED

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is a premier statewide law enforcement agency dedicated to serving and protecting the citizens of South Carolina. With a proud history rooted in integrity, professionalism, and public service, SLED is committed to providing high-quality investigative, intelligence, and forensic services to support law enforcement agencies across the state.

At SLED, we value dedication, ethical conduct, accountability, and a strong commitment to justice. Our agency plays a vital role in maintaining public safety and supporting criminal justice efforts at the local, state, and federal levels. From advanced forensic science to homeland security, criminal investigations, and criminal justice information systems, SLEDs diverse responsibilities make it one of the most dynamic law enforcement agencies in the state.

We foster a professional work environment where teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement are fundamental. Our employees are held to the highest standards and are given opportunities to grow within a mission-driven organization that makes a meaningful difference in South Carolina communities.

Learn more about why you should join our team at www.sled.sc.gov.

General Responsibility:

Serving as a Special Agent, participate in the detection of crime and enforcement of criminal laws; plan and conduct complete investigations of complex and administrative cases, or conduct portions of complex investigations; perform tasks supporting local law enforcement in assigned counties.

Specific Duties:

• Conduct Investigations - Gather and develop material facts and obtain supporting information relating to the suitability and fitness of persons being considered for high public office or for employment, license or registration with SLED. Gather and develop material facts and obtain supporting information relating to violations or possible violations of state or federal law. Interview or interrogate, as appropriate, suspects, victims and witnesses to crimes or relevant matters; examine records, collect physical and documentary evidence and establish contacts with law enforcement personnel and the public. Make arrests, raids, searches and seizures; serve subpoenas and court orders; conduct surveillance of criminal suspects; and organize and manage case load. Initiate contact with persons in a position to provide information and/or operational assistance in a matter under investigation and be responsible for controlling the assigned activities of persons who have agreed to act as an informant or confidential source.
• Support Local Law Enforcement - Participate in measures to prevent and/or control civil disorder and acts of violence as they may arise from labor disputes, riots or insurrection, protests or civil dissent and large gatherings of people. Participate in providing physical security for critical installations, stocks of essential supplies and vital equipment. Participate in the evacuation of persons from areas threatened by actual or impending disaster. Perform extraditions; transport high risk prisoners; provide physical security for judges, juries and witnesses in high risk trials; assist in the sequestration of juries in high profile or capitol case trials. Participate in stakeouts for fugitives or high risk targets of anticipated crimes and in tracking, locating, and apprehending fleeing suspects.
• Report Information - Prepare written statements/affidavits from suspects, victims and witnesses to crimes or relevant matters. Provide oral communications concerning cases and matters for briefing, and advise other agents, supervisors, prosecutors and other officials. Draft, write and/or dictate various reports of investigation findings and prepare status reports for investigations. Provide written or oral testimony in state or federal court as to investigative findings.
• Perform Administrative Tasks - Perform various administrative tasks related to training, communications, special assignments and other functional areas of responsibility.
• Support Program Areas - Perform various support tasks relating to programmatic duties such as uniform crime reporting, NCIC auditing, executive protection, criminal intelligence, missing person matters, regulatory services, and/or marijuana eradication.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A Bachelors degree from an accredited college/university and three (3) years of law enforcement experience.
• Must currently be a Class I Law Enforcement Officer from the SC Criminal Justice Academy OR be willing to successfully complete training at the SC Criminal Justice Academy and obtain a Class I Law Enforcement Certification.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be skilled in the art of interviewing techniques.
• Must be able to exercise sound judgement in safeguarding and disseminating confidential information.
• Must reside in, or be willing to relocate to, one of the following counties: Lancaster, Chester, Fairfield, Kershaw, Richland, Lexington, Saluda, Edgefield, Aiken, or McCormick.
• Position subject to overnight travel and 24-hours emergency call.
• Must be able to perform all of the physical requirements of a certified Class I LEO including, but is not limited to, the apprehension and arrest of criminals, including physically resistant individuals; performing investigations, inspections, search and seizures, including searching vehicles, buildings, attics, and crawl spaces; working crowd control and security during special events, including protests, marches, concerts, political rallies, and other events; working emergency response during natural disasters and other emergent crises. Must be able to respond 24/7 as needed and able to stand post or take other law enforcement action for long periods of continuous time (12+ hours).

Preferred Qualifications

• Investigative experience is preferred.

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 Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State 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 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

Do you have a bachelors degree or will you have a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university within 90 days of the posting date?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a minimum of three (3) years of law enforcement experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have any investigative experience? If yes, briefly describe.

04

Are you a Class I Certified Law Enforcement Officer? If yes, please indicate the State or Agency through which you are certified and your date of certification.

05

If my law enforcement certification is from another state or the federal government, I understand that I must successfully complete the requirements of the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy to become a Class I Law Enforcement Officer in South Carolina.

• Yes
• No

06

Do you reside in or are you willing to relocate to one of the following SC counties? Aiken, Chester, Edgefield, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lancaster, Lexington, McCormick, Richland, or Saluda.

• Yes
• No

07

If offered the position, are you willing to accept a salary offer between $61,000 and $77,165?

• Yes
• No

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?

• Yes
• No

09

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

• Yes
• No

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

As a condition of employment, I understand that all sworn and non-sworn employees, including contract and temporary employees will be subject to random drug testing.

• Yes
• No

13

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

• Yes
• No

14

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

• Yes
• No

15

Will you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the selection procedures (e.g., interview, written tests, or job demonstrations)? If yes, contact the human resources office of the S.C. Law Enforcement Division.

• Yes
• No

16

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

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Address 4400 Broad River Road

Columbia, South Carolina, 29210

Phone 803-896-7199

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.