Highway Patrol Corporal (Promotion) - Troop 10, Employment Unit (60020175)

Salary: $83,334.00 - $112,506.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 193851
Agency: Department of Public Safety
Opening Date: 10/15/2026
Closing Date: 10/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: Yes
Residency Requirement (specifics):: SEE BELOW
Class Code:: JC40
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: As Assigned
Pay Grade: LAW08
Hiring Range - Min.: $84,280.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $84,280.00

Job Responsibilities
THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING FOR CURRENT SOUTH CAROLINA HIGHWAY PATROL (SCHP) OFFICERS ONLY.This position serves Statewide Operations.

Assists the South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) Employment Manager (Lieutenant) with the planning, coordination, and administration of all hiring and employment functions related to SCHP applicants. Maintains ongoing communication with applicants throughout the employment process and independently manages all phases of employment processing for rehire and certified applicants, including screenings, examinations, background investigations, and the scheduling and coordination of employment-related activities.

Serves as the SCHP Employment Assistant Manager under the direction of the SCHP Employment Manager. Assists with the planning, coordination, and management of the hiring process for SCHP applicants from application through employment. Assists in overseeing all aspects of the employment process to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, and hiring standards.

Conducts applicant orientations, Physical Ability Tests (PAT), written examinations, and assists with the scheduling and coordination of polygraph examinations. Maintains consistent communication with applicants regarding their application status and provides guidance concerning employment qualifications, requirements, and procedures throughout the hiring process.

Assumes supervisory responsibilities in the absence of other unit supervisors and ensures the continued operation of employment functions. Accurately compiles and presents applicant testing results, qualifications, and employment recommendations to the Employment Manager. Assists in managing contingent offers of employment, including the scheduling and coordination of medical evaluations, psychological assessments, and drug screenings. Assists in the management of applicant registration and enrollment with the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.

Assists the South Carolina Highway Patrol with special assignments and operational needs as directed. Serves as a sworn Law Enforcement Officer when required, including staffing traffic control points during hurricane evacuations, natural disasters, and other emergency events. Performs all other law enforcement duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency.
Agency Minimum Requirements: Must have at least a high school diploma and the following additional requirements:

TIME IN GRADE -Must possess a minimum of five (5) years of Certified Law Enforcement Service Time and a minimum of six (6) months of continuous service as a SCHP Lance Corporal or currently hold the rank of SCHP Master Trooper by the closing date of this vacancy.

PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION - An applicant must have scored 70 or higher on a Promotional Examination for the vacancy rank within two (2) years of the closing date of this vacancy.

PROMOTIONAL INTERVIEW PANEL - An applicant must have successfully completed a Promotional Interview Panel for the vacancy rank within two (2) years of the closing date of this vacancy.

DISCIPLINARY ACTION - Any individual who is currently serving a suspension for disciplinary reasons or pending the outcome of an investigation shall be considered ineligible to participate in the promotion process. Any individual who has been involuntarily demoted during the preceding six (6) months of this vacancy closing shall be considered ineligible to participate in the promotion process.

EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - An individual who has received an "Unsuccessful" rating on the employee's most recent performance evaluation or has received a "Performance Improvement Plan" (PIP), formerly known as a "Warning Notice of Substandard Performance," during the twelve (12) months preceding the closing date of this vacancy shall be ineligible to participate in the promotion process.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD - Any individual serving a one (1) year probationary period shall be ineligible to participate in the promotion process.

RESIDENCY - Selected applicant must comply with the residency guidelines outlined in SCDPS Policy #300.47 (Residency Requirements for Commissioned Law Enforcement Officers) within four (4) months of the effective date of the promotion/reassignment. Section IV. D. 3. SCDPS Headquarters / Law Enforcement personnel assigned to SCDPS Headquarters shall establish a residence within Richland County or at a location that will allow them to respond to Richland County within 60 minutes. IV. C. Troop/Unit/Commanders are responsible for determining compliance with this policy and shall approve or deny requests to reside outside of the area of assignment.

Additional Requirements:

Must maintain SC Class I Law Enforcement Officer certification.

The employee must be well versed in all phases of the SCHP employment process, including, but not limited to, knowledge of applicable federal and state employment laws, personnel policies, affirmative action goals, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The employee must possess extensive knowledge of the SCHP and the Department of Public Safety's policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Additionally, the employee must be knowledgeable of laws and regulations pertaining to traffic law enforcement.

The employee reports directly to the SCHP Employment Manager. The employee is expected to perform routine duties independently, exercising discretion and sound judgment while making decisions in accordance with established policies, procedures, and applicable guidelines.
Additional Comments
This position requires travel throughout South Carolina and may require occasional overnight travel as necessary to fulfill job responsibilities. Overnight travel is required in response to hazardous weather events.


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

Are you a current SCDPS Trooper/Officer?

• Yes
• No

02

What is your current rank? Please type your answer in the box below.
03

What Troop and Post are you currently assigned? Please type your answer in the box below.Troop/Unit: _________________ Post/Region: ______________
04

Please select the highest education level completed.

• High School
• Some College
• Certificate(s) (includes SC Criminal Justice Academy)
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree or higher
• None of the Above

05

Have you provided the SCHP - Office of Promotion Policy Administration (OPPA) with a copy of your official college transcript with the school's seal and registrar's signature? If not, please attach a copy to this application.

• Yes
• No
• N/A

06

Have you held the rank of Highway Patrol Lance Corporal for a minimum of six (6) months by the closing date of this posting or are you currently the rank of Master Trooper?

• Yes, L/CPL for a minimum of six (6) months
• Yes, M/TRP
• No

07

Do you have a current, valid Promotional Exam score?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have a current, valid Promotional Interview Panel score?

• Yes
• No

09

Are you currently serving a one (1) year probationary period?

• Yes
• No

10

Are you currently serving a suspension for disciplinary reasons or have you been involuntarily demoted during the previous six (6) months?

• Yes, currently suspended.
• Yes, involuntarily demoted within the past six (6) months.
• No

11

I understand and agree that should I be transferred or promoted to the above vacant position, I will be required to meet residency requirements as stated in SCDPS Policy #300.47 (Residency Requirements for Commissioned Law Enforcement Officers).

• Yes
• No

12

Are you currently the same rank as this posting and requesting a voluntary lateral transfer?

• Yes
• No

13

Are you requesting a voluntary demotion to this position?

• Yes
• No

14

If offered this position, are you willing to accept a salary of $84,280?

• Yes
• No

15

I acknowledge that by applying for this promotion, should I vacate my assignment from Troops 1 - 7, I will no longer be eligible to receive the Critical Assignment Differential Pay.Please type your full name in the box below to indicate you acknowledge and understand this statement.
16

After submitting this application, you will receive a confirmation email from the governmentjobs.com website. Please forward the confirmation email to the SCHP Promotions Unit email PromotionsUnit@SCDPS.GOV.

• Yes, I understand.

Required Question