Special Agent I/II/III - Seahawk Interagency Operation Center (IOC)

Special Agent I/II/III - Seahawk Interagency Operation Center (IOC)

Salary

$61,000.00 - $77,165.00 Annually

Location

Charleston County, SC

Job Type

Temporary Grant - Full-Time

Job Number

26-087G

Agency

State Law Enforcement Division (SLED)

Division

Counter Terrorism

Opening Date

06/29/2026

Closing Date

7/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Residency Requirement

Yes

Class Code:

JC20/JC30

Position Number:

61105314

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Pay Grade

LAW04

LAW06

Hiring Range - Min.

$61,000.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$77,165.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

All applicants must complete the on-line State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application, nor will it be used to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

Residency Requirement (specifics):

Must reside in or be willing to relocate to one of the following counties: Charleston, Berkeley, or Dorchester.

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Work week will be 43 hours, Monday - Friday, and subject to emergency call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

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, SLEDs 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

Serve as a SLED Agent/Analyst for the Counter Terrorism Unit, while working out of the Seahawk Interagency Operation Center (lOC). Perform training, presentations, and analysis as needed. Assist with Homeland Security missions along with multi-jurisdictional operations on the port and on the water. Perform related duties in support of criminal investigations, provide assistance to the other intelligence agents, and perform general law enforcement duties as required. Assist in joint operations with Seahawk IOC Partners.

Specific Duties

• Operate in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment using a variety of databases and search tools to support federal, state, and local law enforcement. Produce maritime analytical products for state, local, and private sector partners concerning criminal and/or terrorist threats along with coordinating information sharing with partners. Assist with multi-agency, multi-jurisdictional operations.
• Aid in the continued growth of the fusion liaison program (FLO), networking around the state and assist in managing the program. Conduct presentations to include various Seahawk IOC briefs and the FLO training events. Assist with monthly/yearly Seahawk IOC reporting and FLO reporting.
• Operate in a fast-paced, team oriented environment using a variety of databases and search tools to support federal, state and local law enforcement. Maintain professional knowledge of current trends and developments through daily research, training evens and inter-agency exercises and operations.
• Act as a liaison for SLED and the Seahawk IOC. Initiates special projects, working both independently and as part of a team. Gather information related to specific criminal or administrative investigations. Disseminate information in an effective and efficient manner.
• Perform various support tasks relating to maritime intelligence, the Seahawk IOC, and the Counter Terrorism unit.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must currently be certified or have the ability to become certified as a Class I Law Enforcement Officer through the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
• Ability to work well with other agencies and private sector partners.
• Significant knowledge of the maritime domain and partnerships involved in the SeaHawk Interagency Operations Center and SLEDs fusion liaison program.
• Must have significant analytical skills.
• Must have the ability to perform analysis and evaluate raw data from all sources to determine criminal or terrorist activities.
• Ability to provide technical leadership on complex group projects and operations.
• Skilled in written and verbal communication.
• Position involves critical duties and responsibilities that must continue to be performed during crisis situations and contingency operations.
• Necessary responsiveness will require certain special considerations, such as extended overnight travel, rotational hours of work, and on-call status.
• Must be able to perform all of the physical requirements of a certified Class I LEO including, but is not limited to, the apprehension and arrest of criminals, including physically resistant individuals; performing investigations, inspections, search and seizures, including searching vehicles, buildings, attics, and crawl spaces; working crowd control and security during special events, including protests, marches, concerts, political rallies, and other events; working emergency response during natural disasters and other emergent crises. Must be able to respond 24/7 as needed and able to stand post or take other law enforcement action for long periods of continuous time (12+ hours).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in maritime intelligence, research, and criminal analysis preferred.

Additional Comments

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.

This is a temporary grant, full time position with insurance and leave benefits.

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
• 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.

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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Do you have a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

02

What was your major area of study?

03

If you are a current certified law enforcement officer, please indicate the State or Agency through which you are certified and your date of certification. Otherwise, put "n/a".

04

Do you have any law enforcement or intelligence/research analysis experience? If yes, please describe in detail.

05

If offered the position, are you willing to accept a salary offer between $61,000 - $77,165?

• Yes
• No

06

I understand that this position involves critical duties and responsibilities that must continue to be performed during crisis situations and contingency operations.

• Yes
• No

07

I understand that overnight travel and rotational hours of work will be required.

• Yes
• No

08

I understand that I must reside in or be willing to relocate to one of the following counties: Charleston, Berkeley, or Dorchester.

• Yes
• No

09

As part of the application process, are you willing to submit to a background investigation to include: a criminal history check, driving record, history of drug use, employer and personal reference checks?

• Yes
• No

10

As part of the application process, are you willing to submit to a polygraph examination?

• Yes
• No

11

Have you ever used/experimented with any illegal drugs? If yes, provide name of drug and last date used.

12

Have you ever purchased or sold any illegal drugs? If yes, provide name of drug and date of action.

13

Do you understand that this is a temporary-grant, full-time position that offers insurance benefits and leave?

• Yes
• No

14

I understand that these supplemental questions are an official part of this application. Any attempt to misrepresent myself may be grounds for disqualification.

• Yes
• No

15

I have read each question carefully and affirm or attest that all questions answered are true and correct?

• Yes
• No

16

Will you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the selection procedures (e.g., interview, written tests, or job demonstrations)? If yes, contact the human resources office of the S.C. Law Enforcement Division.

• Yes
• No

17

How did you learn about this career opportunity? (Careers.SC.Gov; LinkedIn; Employee Referral; Career Fair; Direct E-Mail; Etc.) Please specify below.

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Address 4400 Broad River Road

Columbia, South Carolina, 29210

Phone 803-896-7199

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.