State Transport Police (STP) Hiring Coordinator Sergeant (60025200)

Salary: $83,334.00 - $112,506.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 194625
Agency: Department of Public Safety
Opening Date: 11/10/2026
Closing Date: 11/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: Yes
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
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: ****THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY WILL NOT SPONSOR EMPLOYMENT VISAS FOR THIS POSTION. ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE. ALL CORRESPONDENCE FROM THE OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES WILL BE THROUGH ELECTRONIC MAIL.****
Residency Requirement (specifics):: Must establish a residence within Richland County or at a location that will allow a response to Richland County within 60 minutes no later than 120 days of the effective date of the promotion/reassignment.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING FOR CURRENT STP OFFICERS ONLY.

Enforces state and federal laws governing Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV). Protects the motoring public by preventing collisions, removing unsafe drivers and vehicles from South Carolina (SC) highways. Protects South Carolina's environment from unsafe hazardous materials transportation practices. Prevents the premature deterioration of our bridges through size and weight enforcement.
Serves as the STP Hiring Coordinator. Conducts the initial administrative review of all law enforcement applications received from Human Resources for STP. Maintains regular correspondence with applicants throughout the hiring process. Maintains applicant files and supervises the management of the Applicant Tracker. Schedules and administers required pre-employment testing for applicants. Prepares applicant packets for Background Investigators. Prepares applicant packets for executive review.
Attends job fairs, community events, and seek out recruiting events in an effort to identify the most highly qualified applicants. In the absence of the Community Resource Officer (CRO), speaks at community and educational events throughout the state as well as events for industry stake holders as necessary. Collaborates with the STP Command Staff in the areas of program operations, interpretation of regulations, and organizational analysis.
Attends all in-service training required for recertification and maintenance of all state and federal certifications.
Maintain a level of Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Inspections as outlined by supervisor/Commercial Vehicle Safety Plan (CVSP) for certification.
Performs other duties as directed by Command Staff.

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 Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency.
• Must be certified by the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.
• Must have attained permanent status in the rank of STP Corporal for at least six (6) continuous months.
• Required to attend in-service training held by the department as well as any local and/or out of state managerial/supervisory courses deemed necessary for the position.

Additional Requirements

Employee must have the ability to communicate effectively with the public, co-workers, and supervisor.
Employee is under general supervision and maintains daily contact with supervisor.

Must function with independence, sound judgement and discretion to enforce SC motor vehicle laws as well as commercial motor vehicle size, weight, and safety regulations/laws.

Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time in all types of weather and have the flexibility to lift and carry approximately 100 lbs. Employee is required to work various shifts including weekends and/or holidays. This position will, on occasion, require travel outside the normal work location. Some travel will require overnight stay.

Additional Comments
The duties on this position description are true and accurate in their limited scope. The individual's actual duties are many and varied requiring expertise in many areas. This individual performs the tasks and duties as outlined and others as they become necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of this position.

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 STP Officer?

• Yes
• No

02

Please select the option that best describes your education.

• At least a high school diploma
• Some College
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree

03

Are you currently certified as a Class I Law Enforcement Officer by the SC Criminal Justice Academy?

• Yes
• No

04

Have you held the rank of State Transport Police Corporal for at least six (6) continuous months?

• Yes
• No

05

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

• Yes
• No

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