Domestic Violence Agent Trainee #26-049NC
State of South Carolina
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Domestic Violence Agent #26-049
State of South Carolina
Department of Probation, Parole & Pardon
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$57,361 - $60,872
per year
Type
Full-Time
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March 13, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves supervising individuals on probation or parole who have committed domestic violence offenses, building relationships with community services, and ensuring compliance with related policies and programs.
It's a frontline role in the justice system focused on offender rehabilitation and public safety.
A good fit would be someone with a background in law enforcement or social services who is passionate about helping victims and reducing violence in families.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, or related field, including at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral sciences
- Current Class 1 Law Enforcement certification from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
- Experience in probation, parole, criminal justice, counseling, or related human services work (at least 2 years preferred)
- Substitutions allowed: Associate's degree plus 2 years of military or certified law enforcement experience, or high school diploma plus 4 years of such experience
- Ability to maintain professional networks with community service providers and promote public relations
- Knowledge of domestic violence supervision, programs, policies, and protocols
- Participation in required trainings and maintenance of Domestic Violence Certification
Full Job Description
Under general supervision, the Specialized Domestic Violence Agent will serve as the first line of supervision for a Domestic Violence caseload.
Maintain a professional communication network inside and outside the Department, promotes public relations within the local community and with service providers.
Maintains effective knowledge of all areas of Domestic Violence Supervision, Programs, Policies and Protocols.
Participates in trainings and maintains all requirements for Domestic Violence Certification.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses and experience in probation and parole work.
An associate’s degree and two (2) years of military or certified law enforcement experience (to include Class 1 or Offender Supervision Specialist experience) may be substituted; or a high school diploma and four (4) years of military or certified law enforcement experience (to include Class 1 or Offender Supervision Specialist experience) may be substituted.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976. Must be currently Class-1 Law Enforcement certified.
NOTE: Must be currently Class 1 (C -1) certified law enforcement officer from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, education, counseling or other social behavior sciences or a bachelor’s degree, which includes at least 15 credit hours in the aforementioned disciplines and completion of two (2) years of experience in criminal justice, counseling, or related professional human service work.
Additional Information
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 DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS ARE CONSIDERED DURING THE INTERVIEW PHASE.
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).
SCDPPPS DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS ARE CONSIDERED DURING THE INTERVIEW PHASE.
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).
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