What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Enforcement Pharmacist-61006223 (Midlands Region) position at State of South Carolina?
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This position is located in Drug Control with the Bureau of Healthcare Quality.
Under general supervision performs regulatory and law enforcement duties to ensure compliance with Drug Control Regulations and Statues. This includes the South Carolina Controlled Substance Act, as well as SC DPH regulations promulgated upon these statutes.
Specific duties include:By personal visit, inspects the premises and documents of registrants within an assigned geographical area to ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal statutes and regulations governing the proper management of controlled substances. Documents the findings of the inspection and noting any deficiencies to be corrected. Provides information to registrants to assure their understanding of compliance responsibilities.
Individually or in teams, conducts accountability audits on existing stock of controlled substances at registered locations by: selecting controlled substances and date range for audit period; reconstructing inventories, where necessary; computing and analyzing audit data results; writing and submitting reports and recommendations on audit results to appropriate supervisor; and testifying in any civil or criminal proceedings initiated from unfavorable audit results.
Individually or in teams, investigates suspected compliance violations by registrants and controlled substance diversion. Conducts investigations of potential or suspected criminal violations of the SC Controlled Substances Act and related general crimes. Provides oral briefings, drafts investigative reports, interview summaries, arrest/search warrant affidavits, and criminal prosecution packages during the criminal case development process.
Licensure as a registered pharmacist by the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy. A bachelor's degree in pharmacy or pharmacology.
Graduate of an accredited college of pharmacy. Must possess a SC pharmacist license in good standing. Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Excellent communication, reporting, writing skills, and the ability to establish strong positive working relationships. Possess and maintain a valid SC driver's license with a good driving record. Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with Section 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976.
Must be a United States citizen, at least 21 years of age, and able to perform all of the essential job functions of the law enforcement area for which you are applying. Once hired, must be able to obtain a commission issued by SLED. Possess ability to complete the SC Criminal Justice Academy 12-week training course required for certification. The SC CJA requires the LE candidate to be housed on the campus Monday-Friday. Qualified applicants will receive a supplemental Law Enforcement application, which must be completed and returned within 10 working days.
A COMPLETE BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION WILL BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT OF THIS POSITION, WHICH INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING BELOW:
- CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK
- DRIVER HISTORY CHECK
- EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK
- REFERENCE CHECKS
- CREDIT CHECK
- PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
- POLYGRAPH EXAM
- MEDICAL EXAM AND DRUG SCREEN
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.At least two (2) years' experience working as a pharmacist. Resides or is able to relocate to the area of responsibility in the Midlands Region, SC.
EEO: SCDPH is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SCDPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health 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
- Paid Parental Leave
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
- REMOTE WORK: The option to work partially remote is available after six (6) months of employment if it applies to the position.
Salary : $107,362 - $122,700
