Salary: $53,936.00 - $57,237.00 Annually
Location : Newberry County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 172107
Agency: Department of Probation, Parole & Pardon
Division: Field Office-Newberry
Opening Date: 01/02/2025
Closing Date: 1/9/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: Yes
Class Code:: JC33
Position Number:: 60028266
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: 8:00 a. m. - 5:00 p. m.
Pay Band: Band 6
Hiring Range - Min.: $53,936.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $57,237.00
Opening Date: 12/19/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All employees interested in applying for the position must apply on-line at no later than 5 p.m. on the closing date.
Residency Requirement (specifics):: Must reside within the assigned county within which they work. Employees choosing to live outside their assigned county must receive approval from their chain of command.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Under direct supervision, Sex Offender Agent I is expected to have a thorough understanding of the sex offender conditions, laws, restrictions and forms that are associated with the program. Monitors and documents the enforcement of the condition of non-sex offender supervision. Understands the South Carolina Sex Offender Registry requirements, proximity limitations on where the offenders may live, work, and frequent, sex offender treatment processes, and the use of digital media. Agents are also expected to be able to identify red flag behaviors associated with reoffending. Agents need to understand the offense cycle of sex offenders in order to determine if an offender is at risk of acting out. Further, they need to have an understanding of various treatment methods for sex offenders in order to monitor their progress.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses; 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. Experience in probation and parole work.
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses; 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. Knowledge of sex offender population and specialized supervision techniques. Experience in probation and parole work.
Additional Comments
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).
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
Indicate your highest level of education completed.

• High School/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or Higher

02
How many years of relevant experience do you have in law enforcement, probation & parole, or the armed forces?

• 1 - 2 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 5 years or more
• None

03
Are you currently employed with SCDPPPS?

• Yes
• No

04
If currently employed with SCDPPPS please list your current position and location.
05
Are you currently class 1 (C -1) certified law enforcement officer from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy?

• Yes
• No

06
Please present a brief statement of interests and qualifications for the position you are applying for.
07
How did you find out about this position?

• State Government website (careers.sc.gov)
• Career Fair
• Social Media
• Friend
• DPPPS Recruiter
• DPPPS Employee
• TV/Streaming
• Internet/online
• Other

08
If you answered "DPPPS Employee" or "DPPPS Recruiter" please list the name of the employee.
09
If you answered "Other" please tell us how you learned of this position.
10
Do you have any relatives currently under supervision of this Department? If yes, provide names and relationship below.
Required Question