Highway Patrol Administrative Sergeant (Promotion) - Troop 3, Headquarters (60020349)
State of South Carolina
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Highway Patrol Sergeant (Promotion) - Troop 9, MAIT, Post B, Midlands Region (60021322)
State of South Carolina
Department of Public Safety
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
Not specified
Type
Closes
March 6, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a sergeant leading a team that investigates serious car accidents in several counties in South Carolina's Midlands region.
The role involves supervising officers, managing accident reconstructions, preparing cases for court, and acting as an expert witness.
It's ideal for experienced highway patrol corporals who are skilled in crash analysis and ready to take on leadership responsibilities.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma and experience in patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency
- Minimum six months continuous service as an SCHP Corporal by the closing date
- Score of 70 or higher on the Promotion Examination for Sergeant within the last two years
- Successful completion of the Promotional Interview Panel for Sergeant within the last two years
- No current disciplinary suspension, pending investigation, or involuntary demotion in the preceding six months
- No 'Unsuccessful' performance rating or Performance Improvement Plan in the last 12 months
- Compliance with residency requirements within four months of promotion, within the assigned region
Full Job Description
THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING FOR CURRENT HIGHWAY PATROL OFFICERS ONLY.
This position serves the MAIT MIDLANDS Region to include: Aiken, Clarendon, Cherokee, Chester, Chesterfield, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lancaster, Lee, Lexington, Richland, Sumter, Union, and York counties.
Serves as Team Leader of the South Carolina Highway Patrol Multi-Disciplinary Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Midlands Region.
Coordinates and supervises employees assigned to the MAIT Midlands RegionAssumes direct responsibility for and performs administrative duties of MAIT Region.
Ensures compliance with South Carolina Highway Patrol policies. Administers MAIT procedures for orderly operations.Responsible for organizing and directing unit personnel.
Plans, schedules, and determines individual job assignments within the MAIT unit.Must be an expert in the field of Collision Reconstruction.
Required to coordinate the investigation and reconstruction of complex motor vehicle collisions. Assists and reviews subordinates' collision reconstruction reports.
Responsible for reviewing subordinates' reports, documents, and other investigative material for accuracy, legibility, and completeness.Responsible for case preparation and court presentation to appropriate courts and assist subordinates in the prosecution of cases.
Serves as an expert witness in criminal and civil courts.Conducts performance reviews of directly supervised employees and examines those of other subordinates.
Requirements
State 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 – The candidate must possess a minimum of six (6) months of continuous service as an SCHP Corporal by the closing date of this vacancy.
PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION – An applicant must have scored 70 or higher on a Promotion Examination for the vacancy rank within two (2) years of the closing date of the 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 the 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 the 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 12 months preceding the closing date of this vacancy 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 4 months of the effective date of the promotion/reassignment.
Section IV. D. 2.
Personnel assigned to a specialized unit (MAIT) shall establish a residence within the Troop or Unit of their assigned area of responsibility or, if residing outside of the Troop or Unit of their assigned area of responsibility, at a location that will allow them to respond to the county in which their assigned Troop or Unit 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:
Employee must have held the rank of Highway Patrol Corporal for a minimum of six (6) months.
Employee must have administrative and management abilities. Employee must also have experience and a thorough knowledge of the duties and responsibilities of the Highway Patrol. Employee must have demonstrated the ability to supervise and evaluate subordinates. The employee must have complete knowledge of SC Motor Vehicle Laws and Highway Patrol/MAIT operations and procedures and have demonstrated the understandings of the principles of collision reconstruction.
The knowledge, skills, and abilities needed are normally acquired through Highway Patrol (HP) Training School, Supervisory, Planning, Administrative, and Collision Reconstruction courses. Additional skills and experience are acquired through in-service and skill seminars. Employee must hold an Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) accreditation or an equivalent examination.
The employee receives verbal and written instructions from the Lieutenant on a routine basis through memorandums, rules, regulations, and policies of the Department. The employee must be able to make mid-level decisions and make independent judgments on a daily basis.
Employee must have administrative and management abilities. Employee must also have experience and a thorough knowledge of the duties and responsibilities of the Highway Patrol. Employee must have demonstrated the ability to supervise and evaluate subordinates. The employee must have complete knowledge of SC Motor Vehicle Laws and Highway Patrol/MAIT operations and procedures and have demonstrated the understandings of the principles of collision reconstruction.
The knowledge, skills, and abilities needed are normally acquired through Highway Patrol (HP) Training School, Supervisory, Planning, Administrative, and Collision Reconstruction courses. Additional skills and experience are acquired through in-service and skill seminars. Employee must hold an Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) accreditation or an equivalent examination.
The employee receives verbal and written instructions from the Lieutenant on a routine basis through memorandums, rules, regulations, and policies of the Department. The employee must be able to make mid-level decisions and make independent judgments on a daily basis.
Qualifications
Additional Information
Sergeant may have overnight travel on specials, seminar training, and call outs for major 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.
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