Highway Patrol Corporal (Promotion) - Troop 4, Post D (60021318)

Salary: $83,334.00 - $112,506.00 Annually
Location : Lancaster County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 193905
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):: Rotating Shifts
Pay Grade: LAW08
Hiring Range - Min.: $87,748.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $87,748.00

Job Responsibilities
THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING FOR CURRENT SOUTH CAROLINA HIGHWAY PATROL (SCHP) OFFICERS ONLY.
This position serves Chesterfield and Lancaster counties.

Serves as a South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) law enforcement First Line Supervisor. Patrols and enforces South Carolina (SC) motor vehicle traffic laws on streets and highways and enforces other criminal laws of the state as necessary. Assumes duties of the squad leader in the absence of the Post Sergeant(s) as directed.

Supervises officers in the performance of their duties and ensures compliance with standard operating procedures. Reviews activity reports, collision investigation reports, citations, statements, and other documentation prepared by troopers under his/her supervision to verify legibility, completeness, and accuracy. Reviews and assists subordinates in the presentation and prosecution of criminal and traffic court cases. Provides periodic job performance reviews and counseling to subordinates, as appropriate.
Assists in utilizing selective enforcement data to determine personnel assignment needs and schedules. Assists the Sergeant in preparing daily schedules and work assignments. Monitors and provides guidance to officers in the proper maintenance of department issued equipment.
Patrols and enforces SC motor vehicle laws within assigned jurisdiction. Enforces other criminal laws as necessary. Participates in selective enforcement operations. Investigates collisions, determines causes utilizing complex investigative techniques, and determines enforcement actions to proceed through the judicial process. Serves as an expert witness in criminal and civil court cases. Prepares and presents cases for prosecution in court. Must be trained and able to perform in a supervisory capacity in civil disorders, crowd control, and emergency management operations.
Performs and maintains certification in law enforcement scientific procedures for a certified breath analyst, (possessing the knowledge and the ability to administer breath tests to determine the level of alcohol in a subject's system) and certified radar technician (operating radar equipment and supervising subordinates in the operation of radar). Successfully completes all required in-service training and maintains Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) certifications.
Demonstrates knowledge of and proper application of the SCHP Manual of Operations, South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) policies and procedures, division directives, personnel management procedures, and laws governing the operation of vehicles and pedestrian traffic.
Develops sound working relationships with the public, other law enforcement agencies, courts, and SCDPS personnel. Maintains effective communication with Post command staff and disseminates information to subordinate personnel, as appropriate. Develops and participates in community safety programs. Maintains professionalism in all interactions with the public. Performs other duties and assignments as directed.
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 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 the 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 the 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 the 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 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. 1 Field Personnel (Trooper - First Sergeant) a. Troopers assigned to a Post shall establish residence in their assigned Post or, if residing outside of the Post, at a location that will allow them to respond to the county in which the assigned Post office is located within 45 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. Must have excellent knowledge of laws relating to traffic law enforcement. Must have ability to supervise other law enforcement personnel. The skills and abilities can be obtained through law enforcement training courses, in-service training and on-the-job experience. This employee should have the ability to deal firmly but courteously with the public and should have the ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations. These abilities include but are not limited to, talking, walking, sitting, hearing, reading, running, lifting, driving, wrestling, and firing a weapon.

Additional Comments
This employee works under limited supervision with latitude to use his/her discretion and training to make sound decisions that often involve complex and volatile situations.

Overnight travel required on special assignments and/or response to critical incidents.

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. Rank:
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.

• At least a high school diploma
• 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 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
• 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 $87,748?

• Yes
• No

15

An assignment to Troops 1 - 7 includes a Critical Assignment Differential Pay (CADP) of $3,468 for the ranks of Trooper Trainee to Corporal. The CADP has already been included in the base salary as indicated at https://scdps.sc.gov/careers/sctrooper/benefits. I acknowledge that by applying for this promotion, should I vacate my assignment to 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