State Transport Police (STP) Upper Region 1 Corporal - (60025121)

Salary: $83,334.00 - $112,506.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 194589
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.: $84,280.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $84,280.00
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 STATE TRANSPORT (STP) OFFICERS ONLY
Assesses traffic and enforces South Carolina Motor Vehicle Laws on commercial motor carrier vehicles and drivers, decreasing the incidence of commercial motor carrier and vehicle truck collisions, injuries, deaths and damage to our streets, highways and bridges caused by such vehicle's unsafe condition, excessive weight and/or inappropriate or unlawful driver behavior.

Observes and monitors subordinates daily and assign duties.

Patrols streets/highways enforcing all motor vehicle laws with the primary focus on commercial motor vehicles (CMV). Conducts roadside driver/vehicle inspections using the North American Inspection Standard Procedure. Investigates complaints concerning CMV's in their perspective region.

Assists the Sergeant with all document reports and conducts line inspections, reviewing and monitoring Officers' time in South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS) and activity reports in the South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) enforcement databases.

Able to work with minimum supervision and assumes command of the region in the absence and/or at the instruction of the Sergeant.

Prepares Employees Performance Management Systems reviews (EPMS) and submits them to headquarters correctly and in a timely manner.

Attends continuous in-service training for recertification and maintaining all State and Federal Certifications.

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:

• Employee must have a high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency.
• Must have attained the rank of Lance Corporal for at least six (6) continuous months.
• Must be certified law enforcement officer by the SC Criminal Justice Academy and commissioned by the STP.
• Must maintain the ability to communicate effectively with the public, co-workers and supervisors.
• This employee is under general supervision of a group supervisor in the chain of command.
• This employee manages and supervises large groups of personnel.
• This employee performs regular inspections of personnel and their issued equipment.
• Reviews employees reports and work activities.
• This employee is in contact with superior officers and assumes command of the unit when appropriate

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 employee 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
• Certificate(s) (includes SC Criminal Justice Academy)
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree or higher

03

Are you currently certified by the SC Criminal Justice Academy and commissioned by STP?

• Yes
• No

04

Have you attained permanent status in the rank of State Transport Police Lance Corporal for at least six (6) continuous months?

• Yes
• No

05

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

• Yes
• No

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