Special Investigator, Violent Crimes Case Reduction Unit

Special Investigator, Violent Crimes Case Reduction Unit

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

000000

Agency

Attorney Generals Office

Opening Date

10/26/2026

Closing Date

11/10/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Class Code:

JC06

Position Number:

000000000

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

LAW08

Hiring Range - Min.

$83,334.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

All applicants must apply via careers.sc.gov. Failure to provide detailed and complete information will result in your application not being referred.

Veteran Preference Statement

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

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Responsibilities

This posting is recruiting for two vacancies.

The Violent Crimes Case Reduction Unit (VCCRU) partners with the General and Special Prosecution section of the Criminal Division to combat the backlog of violent crimes in circuits around the state. Investigators will focus on assisting attorneys in moving violent crimes in a specific circuit, heavily emphasizing trial work. Investigators interested in this position should be comfortable preparing murders, sexual assaults, and other violent crimes for trial in a condensed time frame. Support will be provided to accommodate the condensed time frame. Under limited supervision, investigates criminal prosecution cases as assigned by the supervising attorney and Deputy Attorney General, focusing on Violent Crime cases and trial preparation. Gathers evidence and assists in organizing and presenting findings.

• Work as a team member with prosecution unit attorneys to assess cases and determine what assistance can be provided.
• Interview potential witnesses and suspects and procure necessary physical, documentary, or other evidence. Document the progress of the investigation. Maintain files and evidence for assigned investigations. Maintain a high level of organization to ensure that investigations are completed.
• Coordinate administrative details of witness interviews, evidence collection, and personal arrangements for required out-of-town travel.
• Handles inquiries regarding cases and investigations within the office.
• Assist prosecutors in trial preparation.
• Review digital forensics, jail communications, and financial and social media searches related to cases. Help secure materials when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising investigator, Attorney General, Chief Deputy Attorney General, or other supervising attorneys.

This position also includes an excellent benefits package:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• Paid parental leave.
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
• Fifteen days of annual (vacation) leave per year.
• Fifteen days of sick leave per year.
• Thirteen paid holidays.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree and six (6) years of certified law enforcement investigative experience with a public law enforcement agency. An associate degree and eight (8) years of certified investigative law enforcement experience with a public law enforcement agency or a high school diploma and ten (10) years of certified law enforcement experience with a public law enforcement agency.

Necessary Requirements: Candidate must have SC Criminal Justice Class One certification or another states equivalent certification. Must live within 50 miles of Columbia, SC.

Additional Requirements:

• This position may require overnight travel.
• This position may require the employee to work evenings and weekends.
• Must have and maintain a valid drivers license.
• This position requires up-to-date certification(s).
• This position may require you to travel to court and transport files.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference for experience in digital forensics and social media.
• Have sound research and presentation skills, maturity, and diplomacy in communicating with others.
• Well organized and able to work independently.
• Require overnight travel.
• Investigative experience.
• Supervision by supervisor to review schedule, approaches to issues, findings, and written reports.
• Because of the maturity and judgment required of the incumbent, the employee is expected to make the supervisor aware of any problems, issues, or suggestions relating to duties or assignments.

Additional Comments

DRUG SCREENING, CREDIT CHECK, DELINQUENT TAX CHECK, SLED BACKGROUND CHECK, AND GRIEVANCE CHECK REQUIRED.

THIS OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.

EEOP Utilization Report available upon request.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. If you have a limitation or disability that requires an accommodation during the application process, please let us know by emailing recruitment@scag.gov

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

What is your current salary?

02

Do you reside in or are you open to moving roughly 50 miles from Columbia, SC?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid SC drivers license?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a current S.C. Criminal Justice Academy Class 1 certification or another states/federal equivalent certification?

• Yes
• No

05

Please select the option that meets your education and experience.

• No experience
• A bachelor's degree and six (6) years of certified law enforcement investigative experience with a public law enforcement agency.
• An associate degree and eight (8) years of certified investigative law enforcement experience with a public law enforcement agency.
• A high school diploma and ten (10) years of certified law enforcement experience with a public law enforcement agency.

06

Please provide a detailed explanation of your certified law enforcement investigative experience with a public law enforcement agency. Note: "Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application not being referred."

07

• Please read in its entirety* I acknowledge that a resume may be attached but not substituted for completing the employment applications salary, work history, education, and reference sections. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Is your application complete?
• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Attorney Generals Office Address 1000 Assembly Street, Dennis Bldg.

Columbia, South Carolina, 29201

Phone 803-734-3970

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.