Branch Chief-HR Field Ops. & Training (#010838) Human Resources Administration, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Salary: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 010838
Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: Human Resources
Opening Date: 11/14/2026
Closing Date: 11/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AG46
Position Number:: 010838
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: GEN11
Hiring Range - Min.: $85,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $95,000.00
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Department of Corrections NOTE: This position is recruited through SCDC Careers site only; You must apply online via the South Carolina Department of Corrections Career website www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/scdc to be considered as an applicant for this position. Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to: Recruiting and Employment Services [redacted] [redacted]
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work Time: Monday - Friday: (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) Hours/Week: 37.50 hrs.Shift/Work Schedule: 02

Job Responsibilities

• Reporting directly to the Division Director of Classification, Compensation & Payroll, the Branch Chief of HR field operations and training serves as a key member of the agency's HR leadership team.
• A successful candidate will provide supervisory and technical guidance to institutional HR managers and divisional HR liaisons, ensure compliance with agency policies and state and federal employment regulations, and lead agency-wide HR training initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide dual supervision, coaching, and operational support to institutional HR managers.
• Conduct regular visits to correctional institutions to review HR operations.
• Monitor agency-wide HR reports and metrics, including time and leave, performance evaluations, and other HR compliance indicators.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for institutional HR managers and divisional HR liaisons on complex human resources matters.
• Serve as the agency's HR systems trainer, providing instruction on SCEIS HR modules and related human resources processes.
• Provide HR operational coverage and support during institutional HR manager vacancies or extended absences.
• Partner with the division director to develop, implement, and improve HR policies, procedures, training materials, and best practices that promote statewide consistency and regulatory compliance.

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:

Recruiting and Employment Services
(803) 896-1649
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor's degree and relevant training and development experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree and a minimum of six (6) months' work and/or training experience in the South Carolina Enterprise Information System;

OR

• An associate degree and a minimum of one (1) year work and/or training experience in the South Carolina Enterprise Information System;

OR

• A high school diploma and eighteen (18) months' work and/or training experience in the South Carolina Enterprise Information System.

Preferred Qualifications
Prefer a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, criminal justice or related field, three (3) years relevant HR experience with one (1) year in supervisory role, and one (1) year of work, use, and/or training experience in SCEIS/CITRIX/SAP system.
Additional Comments

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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Are you currently an employee of the South Carolina Department of Corrections?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)
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For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.
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How would you describe your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the Above

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How much work and/or training experience do you have in South Carolina Enterprise Information Systems?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months less than 1 year.
• 1 year, less than 18 months.
• 18 months, less than 2 years.
• 2 years, less than 30 months.
• 30 months, less than 3 years.
• 3 years, less than 42 months.
• 42 months, less than 4 years.
• 4 years, less than 54 months.
• 54 months, less than 5 years.
• 5 or more years
• None

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