Temporary Sexual Offender Treatment Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $55,014.00 - $58,381.00 Annually
Location : Bamberg County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 191551
Agency: Department of Probation, Parole & Pardon
Division: Field Office-Bamberg
Opening Date: 08/18/2026
Closing Date: 8/25/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: Yes
Class Code:: JC33
Position Number:: 61061068
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Pay Grade: LAW04
Hiring Range - Min.: $55,014.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $58,381.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All employees interested in applying for the position must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov 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.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976. Must be currently Class-1 Law Enforcement certified.
NOTE: Must be currently Class 1 (C -1) certified law enforcement officer from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.
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 note: This is an entirely on-site, in-office position.
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.
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Indicate your highest level of education completed.

• High School/GED
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's 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.
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Are you currently class 1 (C -1) certified law enforcement officer from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy?

• Yes
• No

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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 advertisement
• Other

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If you answered "DPPPS Employee" or "DPPPS Recruiter" please list the name of the employee.
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If you answered "Other" please tell us how you learned of this position.
09
Do you have any relatives currently under supervision of this Department? If yes, provide names and relationship below.
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Law Enforcement Officers of the Department shall be permitted to have visible tattoos within the below criteria: depictions of nudity, violence, or criminal activity is prohibited; sexually explicit/vulgar art, words, or profane language is prohibited; representation of criminal or historically oppressive organizations, groups, affiliations, gangs, or activities is prohibited; tattoos on the face or throat/front of the neck, or the area of the chest that would be visible while wearing approved attire are prohibited; tattoos below the wrist, except for a single band tattoo on one finger of either the right or left hand are prohibited.Non-sworn employees of the Department shall be permitted to have visible tattoos within the below criteria: depictions of nudity, violence, or criminal activity is prohibited; sexually explicit/vulgar art, words, or profane language is prohibited; representation of criminal or historically oppressive organizations, groups, affiliations, gangs, or activities is prohibited; tattoos on the face are prohibited.Do you understand the SCDPPPS' tattoo policy?

• Yes
• No

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Do you drink alcoholic beverages? If yes, please provide the amount and how often.
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Have you ever operated a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs or after consuming 4 or more alcoholic beverages? If yes, explain.
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Have you, at any time, ever used, tried, or experimented with any illegal substances? If yes, please provide the name of the substance and the times used and date last used.
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Were you ever charged with a crime or arrested for any reason? If expunged write "expunged"; explain all other arrest/charges.
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Have you received any disciplinary action, suspension from duty, or a demotion from any job? If yes, explain.
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Were you ever the subject of an internal affairs investigation or its equivalent? If yes, explain.
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Have you ever been fired, terminated or laid off from any job? If yes, list each job and give the reasons you separated.
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How many pre-employment polygraphs have you taken? Please provide the name of the Agency.
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Do you have any active applications with other Law Enforcement Agencies?
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Have you worked as a Law Enforcement Officer/Corrections Officer or Telecommunicator in any capacity inside or outside South Carolina? If yes, list them.
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Please present a brief statement of interests and qualifications for the position you are applying for.
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Are you following SCDPPPS on Facebook and/or Twitter to keep up with SCDPPPS current job posting?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever done any of the following with SCDPPPS?

• Volunteer
• Intern
• Job Shadow
• None

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If you have ever volunteered, been an intern, or job shadowed with SCDPPPS, please provide county/location and date.
Required Question