TEMP Background Investigator

About the Position

Under the limited supervision of the HR Liaison for OSES (Offender Supervision & Enforcement Services), the investigator conducts extensive background investigations for agent candidates, including preparation of the agent hire packet. The position requires flexibility to work a 28‑hour work week as determined by the supervisor.

• Conduct extensive background investigations for agent candidates.
• Prepare agent hire packets.
• Work flexible hours as determined by the supervisor based on a 28‑hour work week.

• Bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses.
• Or an associate’s degree plus two (2) years of military or certified law enforcement experience (including Class 1 or Offender Supervision Specialist experience).
• Or a high school diploma plus four (4) years of military or certified law enforcement experience (including Class 1 or Offender Supervision Specialist experience).
• Experience in probation and parole work.

• Certified law enforcement officer (active or retired).
• At least 10 years of experience in background investigation.

Please complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications for the position.

SCDPPPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
. The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is committed to maintaining a workforce that is free of unlawful discrimination, including harassment on the bases of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).