Agent in Charge I (Small) #26-160 *INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY*

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Telecommuting options

Job summary

The State of South Carolina seeks a capable leader to plan and direct probation and parole activities within a designated county. You will supervise staff, coordinate with law enforcement, courts and community leaders to ensure effective implementation of programs.

A bachelor's degree with relevant coursework and experience is required; substitutions are allowed with military or certified law enforcement backgrounds. This is an on-site position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses and experience in probation and parole work.
• Substitution: Associate's degree with two years of military or certified law enforcement experience (including Class 1 or Offender Supervision Specialist).
• Substitution: High school diploma with four years of military or certified law enforcement experience (including Class 1 or Offender Supervision Specialist).

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs and coordinates probation and parole activities within a designated county.
• Selects, supervises and evaluates the performance of probation and parole staff.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with local law enforcement personnel, court officials and community leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Interagency collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or social/behavioral sciences

Associate's degree + 2 years military or certified law enforcement experience

High school diploma + 4 years military or certified law enforcement experience

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Plans, directs and coordinates probation and parole activities within a designated county; selects, supervises and evaluates the performance of probation and parole staff; develops and maintains effective working relationships with local law enforcement personnel, court officials and community leaders.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses and experience in probation and parole work. An associate's degree and two (2) years of military or certified law enforcement experience (to include Class 1 or Offender Supervision Specialist experience) may be substituted; or a high school diploma and four (4) years of military or certified law enforcement experience (to include Class 1 or Offender Supervision Specialist experience) may be substituted.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976. Must be currently Class-1 Law Enforcement certified.

NOTE: Must be currently Class 1 (C -1) certified law enforcement officer from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, education, counseling or other social/behavioral sciences or a bachelor's degree which includes at least 15 credit hours in the aforementioned disciplines and completion of six (6) years of experience in criminal justice, counseling, or related professional human service work; four years of supervisory experience

Additional Comments

Please note: This is an entirely on-site, in-office position.Please complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications for the position.

SCDPPPS DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS ARE CONSIDERED DURING THE INTERVIEW PHASE.

SCDPPPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is committed to maintaining a workforce that is free of unlawful discrimination, including harassment on the bases of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).

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.