Special Agent II/III - Investigative Services/Pee Dee

State of South Carolina; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Paid holidays

Parental leave

State retirement plan

Job summary

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) seeks a Special Agent for the Investigative Services - Pee Dee Regional Office. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree, demonstrates integrity, and has a strong commitment to public service.

Responsibilities include conducting investigations, interviewing individuals, and maintaining detailed case files. Travel and overnight assignments are required as part of ongoing criminal investigations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Investigative experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and prepare thorough case reports.
• Interview suspects, witnesses, and victims; present findings in court as required.
• Perform administrative tasks and maintain case files in order—timekeeping and documentation.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The S.C. Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is searching to fill a Special Agent position in our Investigative Services - Pee Dee Region. The ideal candidate must have a bachelor’s degree, integrity, and a strong desire for public service.

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

Serve as a Special Agent in SLED's Investigative Services - Pee Dee Regional Office. Participate in the detection of crime and enforcement of criminal laws. Plan and conduct complete investigations of complex and administrative cases or conduct portions of complex investigations, and perform tasks supporting local law enforcement when requested.

Specific Duties

• Conduct investigations: Initiate cases and effectively obtain material facts, supporting information, and evidence related to the violations of state and/or federal law. Conduct thorough interviews of suspects/witnesses/victims to crimes or relevant matters. Effectively manage complex criminal investigations and plans supporting enforcement activity to further the investigation.
• Report Information: Consult with supervisor concerning new investigations and significant events related to on-going active investigations. Prepare accurate, thorough, complete, and grammatically correct reports of investigations, reports of interviews, statements, affidavits, and/or other legal documents. Present investigative findings to the court through testimony, as required. Accurately report statistical information as requested by the supervisor.
• Perform Administrative Tasks: Prepare and submit SLED daily and enters working time into SCEIS in required time period. Ensure case files are up to date and accurate. Close case files after ensuring all required documentation has been completed.
• Support Local Law Enforcement: Initiate, develop, and maintain contact with other law enforcement agencies. Provide assistance with other investigations when requested.
• Support Program Areas: Perform assigned tasks in support of the SLED Pee Dee Regional Office of Investigative Services. Participate in SLED mandatory training and other optional training opportunities that are made available. Maintain SLED issued equipment. Assist other SLED Agents when needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must be a certified Class I Law Enforcement Officer through the SC Criminal Justice Academy or hold a certification from another state/federal law enforcement training academy.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of law enforcement experience.
• This position is subject to overnight travel and 24-hour emergency call.
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to one of the following counties: Florence, Marion, Williamsburg, Marlboro, Chesterfield, Clarendon, Darlington, Dillon, Horry, Georgetown, Sumter, or Lee.
• Must be able to perform all of the physical requirements of a certified Class I Law Enforcement Officer 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

• Investigative experience is preferred.

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.

Benefits

• 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
• Paid Parental Leave
• 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.