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Special Agent I/II/III - Investigative Services/Pee Dee

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Special Agent I/II/III - Investigative Services/Pee Dee State of South Carolina |

State of South Carolina | Posted Mar 13

Full-time

Florence County

Negotiable

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Job Responsibilities 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.

Minimum And Additional 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 at least two years of law enforcement experience.

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, 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

Two (2) years of investigative experience is preferred.

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. 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.

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

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