Pharmacist-Law Enforcement Officer

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Under general supervision performs regulatory and law enforcement duties to ensure compliance with Drug Control Regulations and Statutes. This includes the South Carolina Controlled Substance Act, as well as SC DPH regulations promulgated upon these statutes.

By personal visit, inspects the premises and documents of registrants within an assigned geographical area to ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal statutes and regulations governing the proper management of controlled substances. Documents findings of the inspection and notes any deficiencies to be corrected. Provides information to registrants to assure their understanding of compliance responsibilities.

Individually or in teams, conducts accountability audits on existing stock of controlled substances at registered locations by: (A) selecting controlled substances and date range for audit period; (B) reconstructing inventories, where necessary; (C) computing and analyzing audit data results; (D) writing and submitting reports and recommendations on audit results to appropriate supervisor; (E) testifying in any civil or criminal proceedings initiated from unfavorable audit results.

Individually or in teams, investigates suspected compliance violations by registrants. Investigates, apprehends and prosecutes registrants, and other individuals involved in diversion of controlled substances.

Licensure as a registered pharmacist by the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy. A bachelor's degree in pharmacy or pharmacology. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Graduate of an accredited college of pharmacy. Must possess a SC pharmacist license in good standing. Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Excellent communication, reporting, writing skills, and the ability to establish strong positive working relationships. Possess and maintain a valid SC driver's license with a good driving record. Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with Section 23‑23‑40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976.

Must be a United States citizen, at least 21 years of age, and able to perform all of the essential job functions of the law enforcement area for which you are applying. Once hired, must be able to obtain a commission issued by South Carolina Law Enforcement (SLED). Possess ability to complete the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy (SC CJA) 12‑week training course required for certification.

The SC CJA requires the Law Enforcement (LE) candidate to be housed on the campus Monday‑Friday. Qualified applicants will receive a supplemental Law Enforcement application which must be completed and returned within 10 working days.

At least two (2) years' experience working as a pharmacist.

• CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK
• DRIVER HISTORY CHECK
• EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK
• REFERENCE CHECKS
• CREDIT CHECK
• PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
• POLYGRAPH EXAM
• MEDICAL EXAM AND DRUG SCREEN

The Department of Public Health 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.

Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

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