Salary: $83,334.00 - $112,506.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 192521
Agency: Department of Public Safety
Opening Date: 09/08/2026
Closing Date: 9/17/2026 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.: $90,179.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $90,179.00

Job Responsibilities
THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING FOR SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY (SCDPS) OFFICERS ONLY.

Processes and transports all evidence in assigned regions of state for SCDPS Divisions to include travel to all assigned Posts within given Troop(s) assigned by Central Evidence Facility (CEF) Commander. Assists with evidence custodian duties at the CEF in Columbia as needed. Responsible for the coordination of all quarterly, unannounced, and annual inspections/audits within assigned area of responsibility. Conducts quality control checks of the electronic evidence tracking system and prepare all collected evidence for transport to SLED Lab, to include iLab prelog submissions.

Collects and processes all evidence at post locations within assigned regions/areas for all SCDPS Divisions. Ensures accuracy of all required documents. Maintains inventory for all areas of responsibility within assigned Divisions/Troops/Regions. Conducts evidence training for all new Field Evidence Custodians and troopers/officers upon request. Monitors SmartCop/Mark43 evidence modules for issues/concerns. Assist with audits, administrative duties, or any additional duties assigned by the CEF Lieutenant or the CEF Commander.

Supervises CEF operations in the assigned locations and holds responsibility for the inventory at the CEF Satellite locations. Coordinates quarterly, unannounced, and annual audits ensuring proper documentation and maintenance. Responsible for coordinating monthly property and evidence destruction ensuring proper documentation and maintenance. Supervises subordinate employees and testifies in court when called to do so.

Conducts quality control checks of the electronic evidence tracking system and reports any errors to the CEF Supervisor. Maintains the CEF Compliance Report and provides corrective training with respective custodians as required. Returns weapons to outside agencies within assigned troops/regions as required.

Assists the CEF Supervisor with gathering training material and instructing classes on evidence/asset forfeiture policy, procedures, and function within assigned areas of responsibility.
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. Law enforcement personnel assigned to the OSS CEF shall establish a residence within Richland County or at a location that will allow them to respond to Richland County within 60 minutes. Troop/Region/Division/Unit Commanders are responsible for determining compliance with this policy and shall approve or deny requests to reside outside of the area of assignment.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency.

Minimum Agency Requirements:

A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency.
Must be certified as a South Carolina Class I Law Enforcement Officer and eligible eligible (with applicable training and experience) to be classified as a Law Enforcement Officer IV (Sergeant) with the SC Department of Public Safety.
Must have served six (6) years in law enforcement within any SCDPS law enforcement division, or have experience, knowledge and rank comparable to that of an SCDPS Sergeant from another SC law enforcement agency.
Be experienced in using the electronic evidence tracking systems and reports.

Employee must be able to effectively supervise personnel with sound decision making abilities. Must be capable of acting in the absence of the Central Evidence Supervisor.
Driving in state is required. Ability to lift upwards of 50lbs. required. Overnight, after-hours, and weekend work may be required.
Must be able to respond in a law enforcement capacity to critical incidents when called upon or to critical situations deemed necessary by supervision.

Additional Comments

Works under the direct supervision of the Central Evidence Facility Lieutenant, and under general supervision of the Central Evidence Facility Commander.
Work is primarily performed in an office and warehouse environment.
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 Law Enforcement Officer?

• Yes
• No

02

What is your highest level of education?

• At least a high school diploma.
• At least an associate's degree and/or some college.
• At least a bachelor's degree or higher.
• None of the above.

03

Are you currently certified by the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy as a Certified Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have at least six (6) years of certified law enforcement service time?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have experience in using the electronic evidence tracking system and reports?

• Yes
• No

06

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 Policy 300.47 (Residency Requirements for Commissioned Law Enforcement Officers).

• Yes
• No

07

If offered this position, are you willing to accept a salary of $90,179?

• Yes
• No

08

How did you find out about this position?

• State Government Website (careers.sc.gov)
• Career Fair
• Social Media
• Friend
• SCDPS Employee
• Other

09

If you selected other, please indicate how you found out about this position.
Required Question