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Criminal Justice Training Director (Detention Unit)

State of South Carolina

Columbia, SC

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$94,000–$126,900 Per Year
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Criminal Justice, Delivery Management, Employee Relations, Facebook, Health Insurance, High School Diploma, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Lesson Plans, Needs Assessment, People Management, Physical Education, Problem Solving Skills, Regulations, Research & Development (R&D), Research Skills, SSI, State Government, Team Player, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
POSTED
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Salary: $94,000.00 - $126,900.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 189145
Agency: Criminal Justice Academy
Opening Date: 06/03/2026
Closing Date: 6/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: JC98
Position Number:: 60010292
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:30
Pay Grade: LAW09
Hiring Range - Min.: $94,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $94,000.00
Opening Date: 06/03/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Apply online: • All information must be completed including the supplemental questions or your application will not be accepted. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine qualifications. • A CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK AND DRUG SCREENING ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL HIRES. ADDITIONALLY, A MEDICAL EXAMINATION AND FINGERPRINTING ARE REQUIRED FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS. • The selection process may take two to four weeks and may include a panel interview. All interviewees will be contacted regarding final hire selection.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
The South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy (Academy), Detention Unit, is currently seeking a training director to manage and supervise the unit.

Duties:
  • Manages the delivery of all training within the Basic Detention Program, including the complete curriculum and all advanced-level classes, and provides instructional support in all areas of responsibility.
  • Serves as a member of the cadre for basic detention training and serves as the liaison between detention and basic training. Provides consistent leadership in physical training and class formation activities; supervises and controls all detention activities; ensures all detention classes comply with Academy policies and procedures, as well as requirements outlined in the Student Rules and Regulations Manual; and conducts graduation rehearsals and graduation ceremonies.
  • Manages the preparation, revision, and updating of student training materials and instructional aids. Maintains the currency and accuracy of existing programs through research and development in assigned areas of responsibility.
  • Fosters teamwork and builds professional, collaborative relationships with subordinates, Academy staff, and stakeholders. Assists other units within the Criminal Justice Academy with training programs and related activities, as needed.
  • Develops and implements curriculum validation processes, including, but not limited to, job task analyses and advanced training needs assessments.
  • Participates in ride-alongs and assists other law enforcement agencies during natural or man-made disasters and with other operational needs as required. Conducts law enforcement duties and other duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

Minimum requirements:
  • Currently certified S.C. Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) and
  • Four (4) years of L.E. instruction and/or program development and
  • Three (3) years of L.E. supervisory experience and
  • Master's *degree and four (4) years of law enforcement experience or
  • Bachelor's *degree and six (6) years of law enforcement experience or
  • Associate's *degree and eight (8) years of law enforcement experience or
  • High School Diploma or GED and ten (10) years of law enforcement experience.
(*)The degree must be in criminal justice, education, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Possess Basic Instructor Development (BID) or Specific Skill Instructor (SSI) certification
  • Possess Defensive Tactics Instructor Certification or obtain it within six (6) months of employment.
Additional Comments
About You:
  • Must maintain good physical condition to properly conduct defensive tactics instruction.
  • Must perform cadre duties for the detention unit.
  • Considerable knowledge of contemporary law enforcement principles, practices, techniques, tactics, and methods.
  • Skilled at researching and developing comprehensive lesson plans.
  • Ability to speak and write clearly and effectively.
  • Analyze problems and make appropriate recommendations.
  • Coordinate the work of subordinates.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, students, and agency stakeholders.
  • Available for occasional evening, weekend, and holiday instruction.
  • Maintain class 1 LEO certification and other certifications, as needed.
About the Academy:
  • The S.C. Criminal Justice Academy is thestarting point for all SC law enforcement. We are responsible for one of the most important jobs in the state-training those who will serve the citizens of South Carolina during their time of distress, time of worry, and time of hurt.
  • It takes ateam of dedicated people to make sure our Academy is a premier training facility. To do this, we need reliable and conscientious workers who want to be employed by an agency that offers meaningful and challenging work with an appropriate work-life, home-life balance as well as excellent state-government benefits.
  • We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, including pregnancy & childbirth (or related medical conditions), age (over 40), or disability.
  • South Carolina is making our veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
  • We are the face of law enforcement. Join us!

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.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Applications are incomplete if you fail toanswer all supplemental questions, education and work history. Any misrepresentation will result in yourdisqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous workhistory and education. Provide an explanation for any gaps in the employment official application. A resume will notbe accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Incompleteapplications are not referred to the hiring manager. I have read and I acknowledge the above statement.
  • Yes
  • No

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A background investigation will be conducted that may include, but not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, prior employment verification, and fingerprinting prior to an offer of employment. You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. All degrees must be from an accredited college or higher education institution. Applicants not chosen for this position may apply for future job vacancies at the SC Criminal Justice Academy. I have read and understood this statement.
  • Yes
  • No

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Are you currently a SCCJA certified Class 1 (LE) officer?
  • Yes
  • No

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Place ONE check below by the education and experience that you CURRENTLY possess.
  • I have a master's degree and at least four (4) years of law enforcement experience.
  • I have a bachelor's degree and at least six (6) years of law enforcement experience.
  • I have an associate's degree and at least eight (8) years of law enforcement experience.
  • I have a high school diploma or GED and at least ten (10) years of law enforcement experience.
  • I lack the required education and experience stated in the minimum requirements section of this posting.

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Place a check below by ALL of the certifications/licensures that you CURRENTLY possess.
  • Class 1 LEO Certification
  • BID Certification
  • Specific Skill Instructor Certification
  • Defensive Tactics Instructor Certification
  • None of the above.

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How many years of law enforcement supervisory/managerial experience do you possess, and where was it obtained?
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How many years of law enforcement instructional/program development experience do you possess, and where was it obtained?
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How did you INITIALLY learn about this job vacancy?
  • Facebook: SC Criminal Justice Academy
  • Academy website:
  • State Jobs:
  • SC Training Officers Association
  • CJA employee
  • Other

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If you selected "CJA Employee" or "Other" in the question above, then please provide the name.
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