Law Enforcement Officer

State of South Carolina; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) is seeking a dedicated Law Enforcement Officer in Rock Hill to provide protective services for employees, visitors and property. The role supports safety and compliance across the department and may involve responding to incidents and enforcing regulations.

The position requires a high school diploma or bachelor’s degree, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain the SC Constable Commission.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or a bachelor's degree.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must obtain SC Constable Commission or be able to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Screen visitors and direct them to the proper person.
• Operate screening equipment to identify dangerous objects.
• Perform searches, including potential physical interaction.
• Respond to emergencies, disturbances, and reports of violations.
• Patrol assigned areas to deter and detect violations.
• Maintain order and enforce state regulations.
• Exercise arrest powers and testify in court.
• Prepare routine incident and activity reports and document visitor information.
• Operate telecommunications or radio equipment for dispatch.

Skills

Situational awareness

Decision making

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Who We Are

At the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR), we are funding a better state to live, work, and play. Offering excellent benefits, tuition assistance, and self-development opportunities, we are a trustworthy partner to our customers and an innovative workplace that supports work-life balance and empowers our employees to reach their highest potential. Open the door to a career at the SCDOR and discover why 93% of our employees see how their work contributes to the SCDOR’s success—by collecting 95% of South Carolina’s general fund, our team serves with purpose and impacts the success of our community.

Job Responsibilities

At the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR), we are funding a better state to live, work, and play. Offering excellent benefits, tuition assistance, and self-development opportunities, we are a trustworthy partner to our customers and an innovative workplace that supports work-life balance and empowers our employees to reach their highest potential. Open the door to a career at the SCDOR and discover why 93% of our employees see how their work contributes to the SCDOR’s success—by collecting 95% of South Carolina’s general fund, our team serves with purpose and impacts the success of our community. Learn more about why you should join our team at dor.sc.gov/careers.

We Are Looking For Teammates Who Are

• Able to correctly evaluate situations and make good decisions
• Able to focus on important information and ignore irrelevant distractions
• Able to concentrate on a task for a sustained period of time

What You Will Do

In this role, you will provide law enforcement and protective services functions for the SCDOR while ensuring the safety and protection of all employees, visitors, and property for the SCDOR.

Primary Job Duties Include

• Screening all visitors and making determinations of their needs and requirements to direct them to the proper person
• Operating various screening equipment and technology to identify dangerous objects
• Performing searches which may include physical interaction with employees and visitors
• Responding to and investigating emergencies, disturbances, complaints, and reports of violations
• Patrolling assigned area to deter and/or detect violations
• Maintaining order and enforcing state regulations
• Exercising arrest powers and testifying in court
• Providing administrative duties to include preparing and submitting routine incident and activity reports, accurately recording visitor information, and preparing other documentation as needed
• Operating telecommunications or radio equipment to provide dispatch services

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Either:
  • A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency OR
  • A bachelor's degree

Additional Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• A valid driver’s license
• Currently possess Class 1 Basic Law Enforcement Certification or be able to obtain
• Must be physically able to lift, bend, and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to obtain an SC Constable Commission I as required by SLED
• May require occasional statewide travel and overnight stay

Academic degrees must be from an accredited institution of higher learning.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified or formerly certified law enforcement officer
• Knowledge of proper law enforcement officer behavior and modern law enforcement techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of how to collect and preserve evidence
• Knowledge of the legal rights of both suspects and law enforcement personnel
• Knowledge of the laws one is responsible for enforcing
• Knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of other law enforcement agencies
• Skill in the operation of law enforcement vehicles, weapons, and communications equipment

Additional Comments

• EEO: The SCDOR is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation.
• Training: Law Enforcement Officers will participate in an onboarding program to ensure they have the knowledge and skills to successfully perform their job.
• Hours: 7.5-hour shifts between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with no on‑call hours.
• Retirement: This position falls under the Police Officers Retirement System
• Office location: This position is located in Rock Hill. We also have Law Enforcement Officer opportunities currently available in Greenville. If you are interested in another location, you must submit a separate application (Job Opportunities | Departments: Department of Revenue | Sorted by Job Title ascending | Funding a better state.).

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.