Special Agent I - Regulatory

Full Job Description

About SLED The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is a premier statewide law enforcement agency dedicated to serving and protecting the citizens of South Carolina.

With a proud history rooted in integrity, professionalism, and public service, SLED is committed to providing high-quality investigative, intelligence, and forensic services to support law enforcement agencies across the state.

At SLED, we value dedication, ethical conduct, accountability, and a strong commitment to justice.

Our agency plays a vital role in maintaining public safety and supporting criminal justice efforts at the local, state, and federal levels.

From advanced forensic science to homeland security, criminal investigations, and criminal justice information systems, SLED's diverse responsibilities make it one of the most dynamic law enforcement agencies in the state.

We foster a professional work environment where teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement are fundamental. Our employees are held to the highest standards and are given opportunities to grow within a mission-driven organization that makes a meaningful difference in South Carolina communities.

Learn more about why you should join our team at www.sled.sc.gov.

General Responsibility
Enforce the criminal laws throughout the State of South Carolina; conduct State Constable, Private Security, Private Investigator (PI), and Concealed Weapon Permit (CWP) investigations. Work collaboratively with local, state, tribal, and federal law enforcement agencies; and participate in other special projects as assigned.

Specific Duties

• Investigate complaints received by SLED on private security companies and security officers, PI companies and Private Investigators, State Constables, and CWP instructors. Inspect private security companies, PI companies, and CWP instructors to ensure compliance with state laws and regulations.
• Conduct background investigations for the State Constable registrations, Private Security and Private Investigator business licenses, and Concealed Weapon Permit (CWP) Instructors.
• Investigate CWP complaints; pick up revoked CWP's; and monitor classes.
• Serve as a liaison between the S.C. Law Enforcement Division and other local, state, tribal, and federal law enforcement organizations.
• Accept direction and feedback from the supervisor of Regulatory Services and other supervisors and follow through appropriately. Comply with SLED requirements as a Regulatory Services Special Agent.
• Participate in other special assignments as required.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must have Class I law enforcement certification from the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy, or the ability to pass the SCCJA Basic training course from the SCCJA.
• Must have the ability to obtain and prepare statements/affidavits from victims, witnesses, and suspects.
• Must possess good oral communication skills, data entry and basic computer skills.
• Must be able to provide written and oral testimony in state and/or federal court.
• Overnight travel, both in-state and out of state, may be required.
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to one of the following counties: Abbeville, Anderson, Cherokee, Greenville, Laurens, Oconee, Pickens, and Spartanburg.

Additional Information

South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) 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.

SLED offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation of yourself may be grounds for disqualification.

Conditional selection based on candidate education, training, experience, oral interviews and clearance of background investigation.