Criminal Justice Training Instructor I (Behavioral Science)

Criminal Justice Training Instructor I (Behavioral Science)

Salary

$60,696.00 - $66,000.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

188806

Agency

Criminal Justice Academy

Opening Date

05/26/2026

Closing Date

6/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Residency Requirement

No

Class Code:

JC94

Position Number:

60010285

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Pay Grade

LAW05

Hiring Range - Min.

$60,696.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$66,000.00

Opening Date

03/02/2026

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Apply online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/cja • 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.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Responsibilities

The South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy, Behavioral Science Unit is seeking an instructor to research, develop, and deliver law enforcement training for basic and advanced officers, investigators, and other assigned groups.

Duties include:

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and instruct training programs. Serves as a primary instructor for Basic Instructor Development (BID) and Specific Skills Instructor (SSI). Serves as a backup instructor for Field Training Officer Management (FTO), Human Trafficking, and CDV Investigations.

• Review and grade pre-qualification requirements and post-course summaries; support Academy instructors with best practices in curriculum development.

• Instruct report writing and courtroom procedures, and fair and impartial policing. Conduct and evaluate practical problem-based scenarios using firearms training simulations and Crisis House simulations, nighttime response, and range safety officer.

• Develop and deliver new training programs based on emerging trends and best practices to enhance public safety.

• Ensure compliance with Academy standards, testing requirements, and student discipline policies.

• Perform assigned law enforcement duties, including ride-alongs and assisting partner agencies as needed.

• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and partner agencies to support instructional and operational goals.

Salary:

• The hiring salary is commensurate with full-time LEO instructional experience: $60,696-$66,000.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Minimum requirements:

• High school diploma and eight (8) years of law enforcement experience or
• Associate degree and six (6) years of law enforcement experience or
• Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of law enforcement experience and
• Experience must include two (2) years of road experience and
• Currently certified S.C. Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) or
• Currently certified LEO in another *jurisdiction with full powers of arrest with the ability to become an S.C. LEO within one year of hire.

(*) Upload with your application a training transcript from the POST or certifying body.

Additional requirements:

• Must be available for occasional field training or assisting other agencies requiring after-hours, overnight, and/or weekend duty.

Preferred Qualifications

We prefer that you currently possess the following:

• Experience teaching, developing lesson plans, and creating law enforcement training materials and curriculum.
• Basic Instructor Development (BID) certification.
• CDL or ability to get one
• Training Certification in Active Shooter Response
• Simunition Instructor experience

Additional Comments

About You:

• Extensive knowledge of contemporary law enforcement principles, practices, tactics, and methods.
• Knowledge of instructional visual aids and presentation development.
• Proven ability to instruct, research, and develop comprehensive lesson plans, presentations, and curriculum.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of student assessment and academic evaluation techniques.
• Ability to analyze problems, develop practical solutions, and make sound recommendations.
• Ability to coordinate and oversee the work of students and others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, supervisors, and agency partners.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, social, and educational backgrounds.
• Willingness to participate in field training requiring travel and overnight stays.
• Availability to work holidays when classes are in session.
• Availability for occasional evening or nighttime instruction.
• Availability to assist other law enforcement agencies during emergency situations.

About the Academy:

• The S.C. Criminal Justice Academy is the starting 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 a team 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!

The South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy offers an exceptional benefits package for full-time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement Program

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 to answer all supplemental questions, education and work history. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. Provide an explanation for any gaps in the submitted employment application. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Incomplete applications are not referred to the hiring manager. I have read and I acknowledge the above statement.

• Yes
• No

02

A background investigation will be conducted that may include, but not limited to, criminal records, drivers 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 I understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

03

Are you CURRENTLY a certified Class 1 LEO?

• Yes, certified S.C. LEO
• Yes, certified LEO in another jurisdiction
• No, not currently LEO certified

04

If you are a CURRENT law enforcement officer certified in a jurisdiction outside of South Carolina, please specify the jurisdiction

05

Place ONE check below by the education and experience that you CURRENTLY possess.

• I have a masters degree and at least two (2) years of law enforcement experience.
• I have a bachelors degree and at least four (4) years of law enforcement experience.
• I have an associates degree and at least six (6) years of law enforcement experience.
• I have a high school diploma/GED and at least eight (8) years of law enforcement experience.
• I lack the required minimum education and experience stated in the minimum requirements section of this posting.

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Place a check by ALL of the following that apply to you.

• Current BID Certification
• Uniform road patrol experience (2 years minimum)
• Experience teaching, writing lesson plans/ and developing CJT curriculum
• I lack the certification and experience stated in the minimum and preferred qualifications sections of this posting.

07

List the total number of years you have served as a CJT instructor. Additionally, provide the titles of the lesson plans and presentations you have written, developed, and taught.

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How did you INITIALLY learn about this job vacancy?

• Facebook: SC Criminal Justice Academy
• Academy website: https://sccja.sc.gov
• State Jobs: https://www.careers.sc.gov
• 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.

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Criminal Justice Academy Address 5400 Broad River Road

Columbia, South Carolina, 29212

Phone 803-896-3827

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.