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Hearings Officer#26-061** INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY**

State of South Carolina

Department of Probation, Parole & Pardon

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29201

Salary

$69,680 - $88,600

per year

Type

Closes

April 15, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves acting as an independent judge-like figure who holds hearings to decide on violations in probation, parole, and pardon programs, making fair decisions based on laws, evidence, and best practices.

The role requires traveling across a large district in South Carolina and working irregular hours.

It's a good fit for experienced professionals in corrections or social services who have a strong sense of justice and can handle tough decisions.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with seven years of experience in probation, parole, or related fields, including at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral sciences
  • Alternatively, Master’s degree with five years of relevant experience
  • C-1 Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council per South Carolina Code of Laws 23-23-40
  • Willingness to obtain NAHO certification through the National Hearings Officers Association
  • Ability to work nontraditional hours regularly
  • Experience in probation, parole, corrections, social services, or unemployment insurance
  • Internal applicant to the South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole & Pardon Services only

Full Job Description



***THIS IS A SCDPPPS INTERNAL POSTING ONLY***

*Must be able to work nontraditional hours on a regular basis.

District 1: Oconee, Pickens, Greenville, Spartanburg, Cherokee, York Lancaster, Chester, Fairfield, Newberry, Union, Laurens, Greenwood, Abbeville, Anderson, and Saluda.

Under general supervision conducts administrative hearings as independent, quasi-judicial adjudicators regarding alleged violations of all supervision programs administered by the Department. Renders decisions based on state law, policy and procedures, and evidence presented. Imposes sanctions and sentences as mandated by The Sentencing Reform Act of 2010 and Agency policy using evidence based practices as a guiding force.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree and experience in probation, parole, corrections, social services, or unemployment insurance as appropriate for the position. C – 1 Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree and seven (7) years of probation, parole or related experience with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses; or a Master’s degree and five (5) years of probation, parole, or related experience.

Willing to achieve NAHO certification through the National Hearings Officers Association.

Additional Information


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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Posted on NEOGOV: 4/8/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/9/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5294412