Highway Patrol Corporal (Promotion) - Troop 7, Post B

Location : Orangeburg County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 185088 Agency: Department of Public Safety Opening Date: 02/23/2026 Closing Date: 3/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Residency Requirement: Yes Residency Requirement (specifics):: SEE BELOW Class Code:: JC40 Position Number:: 60022604 Normal Work Schedule:: Other Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Rotating Shifts Pay Grade: LAW08 Hiring Range - Min.: $86,028.00 Hiring Range - Max.: $86,028.00 Opening Date: 02/23/2026 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures::ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE. ALL CORRESPONDENCE FROM THE OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES WILL BE THROUGH ELECTRONIC MAIL.Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING FOR CURRENT HIGHWAY PATROL OFFICERS ONLY.This position serves Calhoun and Orangeburg counties. Serves as a South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) Law Enforcement First Line Supervisor. Patrols and enforces South Carolina (SC) motor vehicle traffic laws on streets and highways and enforces other criminal laws of the state as necessary. Assumes duties of the Squad Leader in the absence of the Post Sergeant(s) as directed. Supervises officers in the performance of their duties and ensures compliance with standard operating procedures. Reviews activity reports, collision investigation reports, citations, statements, and other documentation prepared by troopers under his/her supervision to verify legibility, completeness, and accuracy. Reviews and assists subordinates in the presentation and prosecution of criminal and traffic court cases. Provides periodic job performance reviews and counseling to subordinates, as appropriate. Assists in utilizing selective enforcement data to determine personnel assignment needs and schedules. Assists the Sergeant in preparing daily schedules and work assignments. Monitors and provides guidance to officers in the proper maintenance of department issued equipment. Patrols and enforces SC motor vehicle laws within assigned jurisdiction. Enforces other criminal laws as necessary. Participates in selective enforcement operations. Investigates collisions, determines causes utilizing complex investigative techniques, and determines enforcement actions to proceed through the judicial process. Serves as an expert witness in criminal and civil court cases. Prepares and presents cases for prosecution in court. Must be trained and able to perform in a supervisory capacity in civil disorders, crowd control, and emergency management operations. Must perform and maintain certification in law enforcement scientific procedures for a certified breath analyst, (possessing the knowledge and the ability to administer breath tests to determine the level of alcohol in a subject's system) and certified radar technician (operating radar equipment and supervising subordinates in the operation of radar). Must successfully complete all required in-service training and maintain Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) certifications. Demonstrates knowledge of and proper application of the SCHP Manual of Operations, South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) policies and procedures, division directives, personnel management procedures and laws governing the operation of vehicles and pedestrian traffic. Develops sound working relationships with the general public, other law enforcement agencies, courts, and SCDPS personnel. Maintains effective communication with Post command staff and disseminates information to subordinate personnel, as appropriate. Develops and participates in community safety programs. Maintains professionalism in all interactions with the public. Minimum and Additional RequirementsState Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency. Agency Minimum Requirements: Must have at least a high school diploma and the following additional requirements: TIME IN GRADE -Must possess a minimum of five (5) years of continuous Certified Law Enforcement Service Time and a minimum of six (6) months of continuous service as a SCHP Lance Corporal or currently hold the rank of SCHP Master Trooper by the closing date of this vacancy. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION - An applicant must have scored 70 or higher on a Promotional Examination for the vacancy rank within two (2) years of the closing date of this vacancy. PROMOTIONAL INTERVIEW PANEL - An applicant must have successfully completed a Promotional Interview Panel for the vacancy rank within two (2) years of the closing date of this vacancy. DISCIPLINARY ACTION - Any individual who is currently serving a suspension for disciplinary reasons or pending the outcome of an investigation shall be considered ineligible to participate in the promotion process. An involuntary demotion during the preceding six (6) months of this vacancy closing shall be considered ineligible to participate in the promotion process. EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - An individual who has received an "Unsuccessful" rating on the employee's most recent performance evaluation or has received a "Performance Improvement Plan" (PIP), formerly known as a "Warning Notice of Substandard Performance," during the twelve (12) months preceding the closing date of this vacancy shall be ineligible to participate in the promotion process. PROBATIONARY PERIOD - Any individual serving a one (1) year probationary period shall be ineligible to participate in the promotion process. RESIDENCY - Selected applicant must comply with the residency guidelines outlined in SCDPS Policy #300.47 (Residency Requirements for Commissioned Law Enforcement Officers) within four (4) months of the effective date of the promotion/reassignment. Section IV. D. 1 Field Personnel (Trooper - First Sergeant) a. Troopers assigned to a Post shall establish residence in their assigned Post or, if residing outside of the Post, at a location that will allow them to respond to the county in which the assigned Post office is located within 45 minutes. IV. C. Troop/Unit/Commanders are responsible for determining compliance with this policy and shall approve or deny requests to reside outside of the area of assignment. Additional Requirements: Must maintain SC Class I Law Enforcement Officer certification. Must have excellent knowledge of laws relating to traffic law enforcement. Must have ability to supervise other law enforcement personnel. The skills and abilities can be obtained through law enforcement training courses, in-service training and on-the-job experience. This employee should have the ability to deal firmly but courteously with the public and should have the ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations. These abilities include but are not limited to, talking, walking, sitting, hearing, reading, running, lifting, driving, wrestling, and firing a weapon. Preferred Qualifications Additional Comments This employee works under limited supervision with latitude to use his/her discretion and training to make sound decisions that often involve complex and volatile situations. Overnight travel required on special assignments and/or response to critical incidents. The South Carolina Department of Public Safety is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin. The department prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin. 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. 01 Are you currently a Highway Patrol Trooper? Yes No 02 What is your current rank? Please type your answer in the box below. 03 What Troop and Post are you currently assigned? Please type your answer in the box below.Troop/Unit: _________________ Post/Region: ______________ 04 Please select the highest education level completed. High School Some College, Certificate Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree 05 Have you provided the SCHP - Office of Promotion Policy Administration (OPPA) a copy of your official college transcript with the school's seal and registrar's signature? Yes No N/A 06 Have you held the rank of Highway Patrol Lance Corporal for a minimum of six (6) months by the closing date of this posting or are you currently the rank of Master Trooper? Yes, L/CPL Yes, M/TRP No 07 Do you have a current, valid Promotional Exam score? Yes No 08 Do you have a current, valid Promotional Interview Panel score? Yes No 09 Are you currently serving a one (1) year probationary period? Yes No 10 Are you currently serving a suspension for disciplinary reasons or have you been involuntarily demoted during the previous six (6) months? Yes, currently suspended. Yes, involuntarily demoted within the past six (6) months. No 11 I understand and agree that should I be transferred or promoted to the above vacant position, I will be required to meet residency requirements as stated in SCDPS Policy #300.47 (Residency Requirements for Commissioned Law Enforcement Officers). Yes No 12 Are you currently the same rank as this posting and requesting a voluntary lateral transfer? Yes No 13 Are you requesting a voluntary demotion to this posting? Yes No 14 If offered this position, are you willing to accept a salary of $86,028.00? Yes No 15 An assignment to Troops 1 - 7 includes a Critical Assignment Differential Pay (CADP) of $3,400 for the ranks of Trooper Trainee to Corporal. The CADP has already been included in the base salary as indicated at I acknowledge that by applying for this promotion, should I vacate my assignment to Troops 1 - 7, I will no longer be eligible to receive the Critical Assignment Differential Pay. Please type your full name in the box below to indicate you acknowledge and understand this statement. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04