Special Agent

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) seeks a Special Agent to enforce criminal tax statutes and investigate complex financial crimes, ensuring compliance with SC tax laws and safeguarding employees and property. Responsibilities include conducting complex investigations, collecting and documenting evidence, preparing reports, serving warrants, supporting prosecutions, and training other agents.

A bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is required; ability to obtain SC

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, finance, insurance, or tax with relevant coursework.
• Academic degrees must be from an accredited institution.
• Ability to pass background checks and certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex tax and financial crime investigations using auditing, forensics, and law enforcement techniques.
• Collect, document, and preserve evidence via warrants, surveillance, records, and interviews.
• Prepare comprehensive investigative reports for criminal cases.
• Prepare and serve arrest warrants, make arrests, and assist in booking procedures.
• Support prosecutions with case files, attorney collaboration, and testimony in court.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Independent worker

Security awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, finance, insurance, or tax

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, training plans, 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, training plans, 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

• Analytical thinkers who can examine financial information and identify inconsistencies
• Detailed-oriented professionals who can maintain accurate records and clearly document investigative findings
• Strong communicators who can interview others and clearly present complex information
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Willing to work protective services/security detail, as needed

What You Will Do

As a Special Agent, you will enforce criminal tax statutes relative to tax administration and related financial crimes to encourage and achieve, directly or indirectly, voluntary compliance with South Carolina’s tax laws and conduct complex tax and financial crime investigations to ensure the safety and security of all South Carolina Department of Revenue employees, visitors, and property.

Primary Job Duties Include

• Conducting complex tax and financial crime investigations using auditing, forensic accounting, and law enforcement techniques
• Collecting, documenting, and preserving evidence through search warrants, surveillance, interviews, financial records, and other investigative methods
• Preparing comprehensive investigative reports that summarize financial findings, evidence, and conclusions for criminal cases
• Preparing and serving arrest warrants, making arrests, transporting suspects, and participating in booking and bond hearing procedures
• Providing support for criminal prosecutions, including preparing case files for prosecutorial review, assisting attorneys with case and trial preparation, and presenting evidence and sworn testimony in court proceedings
• Planning and providing training to other agents on investigative techniques, case organization, law enforcement equipment, and related topics
• Providing training and presentations to agency staff and external audiences on criminal tax enforcement and investigative matters
• Performing protective service and security functions to help ensure the safety of SCDOR employees, visitors, facilities, and property

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A bachelor’s degree and professional experience in accounting, auditing, finance, insurance, or tax preparation and/or analysis.

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

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Must be able to pass a credit check, psychological evaluation, reading comprehension test, and a medical screening
• Will be required to attend and successfully complete the basic law enforcement certification program at the SC Criminal Justice Academy if not already certified
• Must be able to obtain an SC Constable Commission I, as required by SLED

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree with 12 semester hours in accounting and four years of accounting, auditing, or law enforcement experience
• Knowledge of SC criminal code provisions
• Knowledge of accounting, auditing, and tax law

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: You will work in a trainee mode alongside senior level agents to learn the process for developing non-complex cases.
• Hours: Work hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:0 p.m., Monday – Friday (37.5 hours per week).
• Career development: This position is part of an SCDOR Training Plan, which provides learning opportunities that support career growth.
• Office location: Depending on space availability, you may have the option of choosing which SCDOR office you work in (Columbia, Charleston, Florence, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, Beaufort, or Rock Hill.).

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.