Special Agent I/II - VICE/AEU

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

State Retirement Plan

Job summary

The State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is seeking a Special Agent for the VICE - Alcohol Enforcement Unit in the Midlands region. A bachelor’s degree, integrity, and a strong commitment to public service are essential. Residency requirements apply.

You will investigate alcohol and vice crimes, collaborate with local agencies, prepare clear reports, maintain case files, and participate in training and firearms qualifications. Overnight travel and after-hours readiness may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Class I Law Enforcement Officer certification.
• Position will require some evening and weekend hours.
• Subject to overnight travel and twenty-four hour emergency call.
• Must meet physical requirements of a Class I LEO.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations: enforce alcohol and vice laws, primarily in SC.
• Support local law enforcement when requested by SLED Lieutenant.
• Prepare written statements, affidavits, and investigative reports; brief Lieutenant as needed.
• Maintain case files, destroy/return evidence when cases disposed.
• Participate in firearm qualifications, training, and other duties as required.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Responsibilities

The State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is searching to fill a Special Agent position in our VICE - Alcohol Enforcement Unit in the Midlands region. The ideal candidate must have a bachelor’s degree, integrity, and a strong desire for public service. Please see the residency requirement for this position.

About SLED

About SLED The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is a premier statewide law enforcement agency dedicated to serving and protecting the citizens of South Carolina. With a proud history rooted in integrity, professionalism, and public service, SLED is committed to providing high-quality investigative, intelligence, and forensic services to support law enforcement agencies across the state.

Job Responsibilities

The State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is searching to fill a Special Agent position in our VICE - Alcohol Enforcement Unit in the Midlands region. The ideal candidate must have a bachelor’s degree, integrity, and a strong desire for public service. Please see the residency requirement for this position.

About SLED

About SLED The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is a premier statewide law enforcement agency dedicated to serving and protecting the citizens of South Carolina. With a proud history rooted in integrity, professionalism, and public service, SLED is committed to providing high-quality investigative, intelligence, and forensic services to support law enforcement agencies across the state. At SLED, we value dedication, ethical conduct, accountability, and a strong commitment to justice. Our agency plays a vital role in maintaining public safety and supporting criminal justice efforts at the local, state, and federal levels. From advanced forensic science to homeland security, criminal investigations, and criminal justice information systems, SLED's diverse responsibilities make it one of the most dynamic law enforcement agencies in the state. We foster a professional work environment where teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement are fundamental. Our employees are held to the highest standards and are given opportunities to grow within a mission-driven organization that makes a meaningful difference in South Carolina communities. Learn more about why you should join our team at www.sled.sc.gov.

General Responsibility

Participate in the detection of crime and enforcement of criminal laws. Primarily focus on planning and conducting complete alcohol enforcement criminal and administrative investigations.

Specific Duties

• Conduct Investigations: Conduct criminal investigations and enforce laws of the State of South Carolina, primarily focused on state statutes and regulations pertaining to alcohol and vice related crimes.
• Support Local Law Enforcement: Participate and assist local law enforcement agencies when requested or assigned by SLED Lieutenant.
• Report Information: Prepare written statements/affidavits and reports of interview from suspects, victims and witnesses to crimes or relevant matters. Prepare accurate and grammatically correct reports of investigative findings and prepare status reports for investigations. Provide oral communications concerning cases and matters for briefing and advise Lieutenant as required. Report statistical information related to assigned cases as required.
• Perform Administrative Tasks: Perform various administrative tasks as required by SLED; prepare and submit daily, input data into SCEIS, and submit weekly schedule to SLED Lieutenant. Maintain accurate case files in assigned investigations. Prepare destruction orders and/or return evidence when cases have been disposed.
• Support Program Areas: Perform various support tasks relating to the SLED. Maintain issued equipment. Participate in the evacuation of persons from areas threatened by actual or impending disaster. Participate in measures to prevent and/or control civil disorder and acts of violence. Participate in training and firearm qualifications. Assist other SLED Units as assigned and perform other duties as required.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Class I Law Enforcement Officer certification through the SC Criminal Justice Academy if not already certified.
• Position will require some evening and weekend hours.
• Subject to overnight travel and twenty-four hour emergency call.
• Must be able to perform all of the physical requirements of a certified Class I LEO including, but is not limited to, the apprehension and arrest of criminals, including physically resistant individuals; performing investigations, inspections, search and seizures, including searching vehicles, buildings, attics, and crawl spaces; working crowd control and security during special events, including protests, marches, concerts, political rallies, and other events; working emergency response during natural disasters and other emergent crises. Must be able to respond 24/7 as needed and able to stand post or take other law enforcement action for long periods of continuous time (12+ hours).

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Class I LEO Certification by the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.
• Three (3) years of law enforcement experience.

Additional Comments

South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

SLED offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation of yourself may be grounds for disqualification. Conditional selection based on candidate education, training, experience, oral interviews and clearance of background investigation.