State of South Carolina
Mission:
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.
Job Purpose Under general supervision by the Criminal Investigations Lieutenant, conducts criminal and administrative investigations as assigned, and assists in ensuring the overall safety of the agency.
Job Responsibilities
Investigates both criminal and administrative cases.
Obtains and develops evidence and secures information for use in appropriate proceedings by conducting interrogations of suspects, victims and witnesses.
Prepares necessary investigative reports of factual findings.
Maintains case records, including, but not limited to, hard case files.
Ensures and maintains a high level of credibility, confidentiality, integrity and professionalism at all times.
As directed by the Director of Public Safety and/or Inspector General, confers with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies related to inquiries and requests for information; coordinates joint investigations.
Works with various levels of court administrations as well as solicitor's offices on a statewide basis related to DJJ Investigations and prosecution of defendants/respondents, prepares accurate reports, and testifies to related findings regarding criminal cases, demonstrating concise, concrete, and comprehensive oral and written skills.
Reports and testifies to regulating boards concerning professional licenses when violations are alleged.
Processes minor crime scenes to collect evidence and/or property related to the case appropriately, including correct labeling and packaging for reference and identification purposes.
Maintains the evidence in a manner that ensures security from loss, theft and/or contamination.
Ensures proper chain of custody of all items along with applicable documentation.
Ensures documentation, processing, and tracking of evidence for submission to evidence room.
Ensures the Primary Evidence Technician is informed of evidence collection and handling to ensure Agency’s policy adherence.
Assists, when directed, in patrolling assigned areas to prevent crime and detect violations of law.
Responds to complaints, reports of violations, and requests for assistance.
Performs general police work such as maintaining order during emergencies, participating in manhunts, and transporting youth/subjects.
Issues warnings and citations to violators.
Attends training sessions to maintain Class I certification as prescribed by SC Code-Chapter 23.
Maintains the ability to physically perform job duties as a Class I Law Enforcement Officer.
Performs all other job-related duties as requested by the Inspector General or his or her designee.
Under general supervision of the Criminal Investigations Lieutenant with annually scheduled performance reviews, formal conferences, and meetings as required/requested in reviewing criminal cases assigned by the Criminal Investigations Director.
Manages time, use of resources, and caseload to meet Unit's Standard Operating Procedures.
Can sit for prolonged periods, operate various office equipment and computers, travel as needed, and work in an environment with incarcerated youth.
Required to be on‑call 24/7 unless on approved leave as directed by the Inspector General or Criminal Investigations Director.
Readily available to travel overnight by various means of transportation.
Obtains and maintains Class I certification.
Performs duties related to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youths within the jurisdiction of the SCDJJ, with direct and indirect contact with youth within DJJ jurisdiction.
State Minimum Requirements A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required law enforcement experience.
Special Requirement Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with §23‑23‑40 of the South Carolina Code of Laws.
Additional Requirements
General knowledge of investigative techniques and procedures.
Knowledge of modern police administration and police work.
Ability to coordinate with other law enforcement agencies.
Class I certification.
Under general supervision of the Criminal Investigations Lieutenant.
Ability to manage time and resources to meet standard operating procedures.
Physical capability to sit for prolonged periods, operate office equipment and computers, and travel as needed.
Preferred Agency Requirements
A high school diploma with three (3) years as a Class I Law Enforcement Officer, trained by the SC Criminal Justice Academy or an out‑of‑state equivalent.
Certification by the SC Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with State Statute §23‑23‑40.
A bachelor's degree may replace the required experience.
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health, dental, and life insurance
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days of sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave
Application Notes Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until
5:00 p.m.
on the stated closing date.
You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to criminal records, driver’s license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.
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It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.
Job Purpose Under general supervision by the Criminal Investigations Lieutenant, conducts criminal and administrative investigations as assigned, and assists in ensuring the overall safety of the agency.
Job Responsibilities
Investigates both criminal and administrative cases.
Obtains and develops evidence and secures information for use in appropriate proceedings by conducting interrogations of suspects, victims and witnesses.
Prepares necessary investigative reports of factual findings.
Maintains case records, including, but not limited to, hard case files.
Ensures and maintains a high level of credibility, confidentiality, integrity and professionalism at all times.
As directed by the Director of Public Safety and/or Inspector General, confers with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies related to inquiries and requests for information; coordinates joint investigations.
Works with various levels of court administrations as well as solicitor's offices on a statewide basis related to DJJ Investigations and prosecution of defendants/respondents, prepares accurate reports, and testifies to related findings regarding criminal cases, demonstrating concise, concrete, and comprehensive oral and written skills.
Reports and testifies to regulating boards concerning professional licenses when violations are alleged.
Processes minor crime scenes to collect evidence and/or property related to the case appropriately, including correct labeling and packaging for reference and identification purposes.
Maintains the evidence in a manner that ensures security from loss, theft and/or contamination.
Ensures proper chain of custody of all items along with applicable documentation.
Ensures documentation, processing, and tracking of evidence for submission to evidence room.
Ensures the Primary Evidence Technician is informed of evidence collection and handling to ensure Agency’s policy adherence.
Assists, when directed, in patrolling assigned areas to prevent crime and detect violations of law.
Responds to complaints, reports of violations, and requests for assistance.
Performs general police work such as maintaining order during emergencies, participating in manhunts, and transporting youth/subjects.
Issues warnings and citations to violators.
Attends training sessions to maintain Class I certification as prescribed by SC Code-Chapter 23.
Maintains the ability to physically perform job duties as a Class I Law Enforcement Officer.
Performs all other job-related duties as requested by the Inspector General or his or her designee.
Under general supervision of the Criminal Investigations Lieutenant with annually scheduled performance reviews, formal conferences, and meetings as required/requested in reviewing criminal cases assigned by the Criminal Investigations Director.
Manages time, use of resources, and caseload to meet Unit's Standard Operating Procedures.
Can sit for prolonged periods, operate various office equipment and computers, travel as needed, and work in an environment with incarcerated youth.
Required to be on‑call 24/7 unless on approved leave as directed by the Inspector General or Criminal Investigations Director.
Readily available to travel overnight by various means of transportation.
Obtains and maintains Class I certification.
Performs duties related to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youths within the jurisdiction of the SCDJJ, with direct and indirect contact with youth within DJJ jurisdiction.
State Minimum Requirements A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required law enforcement experience.
Special Requirement Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with §23‑23‑40 of the South Carolina Code of Laws.
Additional Requirements
General knowledge of investigative techniques and procedures.
Knowledge of modern police administration and police work.
Ability to coordinate with other law enforcement agencies.
Class I certification.
Under general supervision of the Criminal Investigations Lieutenant.
Ability to manage time and resources to meet standard operating procedures.
Physical capability to sit for prolonged periods, operate office equipment and computers, and travel as needed.
Preferred Agency Requirements
A high school diploma with three (3) years as a Class I Law Enforcement Officer, trained by the SC Criminal Justice Academy or an out‑of‑state equivalent.
Certification by the SC Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with State Statute §23‑23‑40.
A bachelor's degree may replace the required experience.
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health, dental, and life insurance
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days of sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave
Application Notes Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until
5:00 p.m.
on the stated closing date.
You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to criminal records, driver’s license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.
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