What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Agent position at State of South Carolina?
JOB
Who we are: At the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR), we are funding a better state to live, work, and play. Offering excellent benefits, defined career paths, tuition assistance, and self-development opportunities, we are a trustworthy partner to our customers and an innovative workplace that supports work-life balance and empowers our employees to reach their highest potential. Open the door to a career at the SCDOR and discover why 93% of our employees agree that they understand how their work directly contributes to the SCDOR’s overall success—by collecting 96% of South Carolina’s general fund, our team serves with purpose and impacts the success of our community. Learn more about why you should join our team at dor.sc.gov/careers. We are looking for teammates who are: Strong analytical and critical thinkers Able to work independently and as part of a team Self-starters and self-motivated Proficient with organizing and prioritizing Willing to work protective services/security detail, as needed What you will do: As a Special Agent, you will enforce criminal tax statutes relative to tax administration and related financial crimes to encourage and achieve, directly or indirectly, voluntary compliance with South Carolina’s tax laws. Primary job duties include: Assisting and observing the development of cases. This includes securing evidence and documents, interviewing the subject or witnesses, and preparing affidavits. Assisting and observing the preparation of investigative reports on all cases approved for prosecution. Assisting and observing arrest procedures. This includes preparing affidavits, securing arrest warrants, executing arrests, transporting prisoners, conducting booking procedures at a detention facility, and attending and presenting information at the bond hearing. Attending and presenting information and testimony at preliminary hearings and the county grand jury. This includes assisting the prosecutor with plea arrangements. Preparing and submitting routine incident, activity, and administrative reports. Providing protective services functions for the SCDOR to ensure the safety and protection of all employees, visitors, and property.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Either: A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency; or A bachelor’s degreeAcademic degrees must be from an accredited institution of higher learning.Additional Requirements: Valid driver’s license. Must be able to pass a credit check, psychological evaluation, reading comprehension test, and a medical screening. Will be required to attend and successfully complete the basic law enforcement certification program at the SC Criminal Justice Academy if not already certified. Must be able to obtain a SC Constable Commission I, as required by SLED.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
We have multiple openings for this position. EEO: The SCDOR is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation. Training: You will work in a trainee mode alongside senior level agents to learn the process for developing non-complex cases. You will work in a trainee mode alongside senior level agents to learn the process for developing non-complex cases.Hours: Work hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday (37.5 hours per week).Career Development Plan: This position is part of an SCDOR Career Development Plan, which provides opportunities for growth and development.Office location: Depending on space availability, you may have the option to choose which SCDOR office you work in (Columbia, Charleston, Florence, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, or Rock Hill.). Ready to apply? Apply online and complete the application fully, including all current and previous work history and education. You may submit a resume, but it will not be considered as a substitute for completing the entire application. Please include transcripts, etc. (if applicable) by attaching them to your application or emailing employment@dor.sc.gov. Candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted to complete an aptitude or skills assessment and personality profile (using Criteria Corp) and may be contacted to complete a one-way virtual interview (using Spark Hire).Candidates selected for hire are required to comply with all SCDOR tax requirements and are subject to a National Criminal Background Check, which includes fingerprinting.
Who we are: At the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR), we are funding a better state to live, work, and play. Offering excellent benefits, defined career paths, tuition assistance, and self-development opportunities, we are a trustworthy partner to our customers and an innovative workplace that supports work-life balance and empowers our employees to reach their highest potential. Open the door to a career at the SCDOR and discover why 93% of our employees agree that they understand how their work directly contributes to the SCDOR’s overall success—by collecting 96% of South Carolina’s general fund, our team serves with purpose and impacts the success of our community. Learn more about why you should join our team at dor.sc.gov/careers. We are looking for teammates who are: Strong analytical and critical thinkers Able to work independently and as part of a team Self-starters and self-motivated Proficient with organizing and prioritizing Willing to work protective services/security detail, as needed What you will do: As a Special Agent, you will enforce criminal tax statutes relative to tax administration and related financial crimes to encourage and achieve, directly or indirectly, voluntary compliance with South Carolina’s tax laws. Primary job duties include: Assisting and observing the development of cases. This includes securing evidence and documents, interviewing the subject or witnesses, and preparing affidavits. Assisting and observing the preparation of investigative reports on all cases approved for prosecution. Assisting and observing arrest procedures. This includes preparing affidavits, securing arrest warrants, executing arrests, transporting prisoners, conducting booking procedures at a detention facility, and attending and presenting information at the bond hearing. Attending and presenting information and testimony at preliminary hearings and the county grand jury. This includes assisting the prosecutor with plea arrangements. Preparing and submitting routine incident, activity, and administrative reports. Providing protective services functions for the SCDOR to ensure the safety and protection of all employees, visitors, and property.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Either: A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency; or A bachelor’s degreeAcademic degrees must be from an accredited institution of higher learning.Additional Requirements: Valid driver’s license. Must be able to pass a credit check, psychological evaluation, reading comprehension test, and a medical screening. Will be required to attend and successfully complete the basic law enforcement certification program at the SC Criminal Justice Academy if not already certified. Must be able to obtain a SC Constable Commission I, as required by SLED.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
We have multiple openings for this position. EEO: The SCDOR is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation. Training: You will work in a trainee mode alongside senior level agents to learn the process for developing non-complex cases. You will work in a trainee mode alongside senior level agents to learn the process for developing non-complex cases.Hours: Work hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday (37.5 hours per week).Career Development Plan: This position is part of an SCDOR Career Development Plan, which provides opportunities for growth and development.Office location: Depending on space availability, you may have the option to choose which SCDOR office you work in (Columbia, Charleston, Florence, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, or Rock Hill.). Ready to apply? Apply online and complete the application fully, including all current and previous work history and education. You may submit a resume, but it will not be considered as a substitute for completing the entire application. Please include transcripts, etc. (if applicable) by attaching them to your application or emailing employment@dor.sc.gov. Candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted to complete an aptitude or skills assessment and personality profile (using Criteria Corp) and may be contacted to complete a one-way virtual interview (using Spark Hire).Candidates selected for hire are required to comply with all SCDOR tax requirements and are subject to a National Criminal Background Check, which includes fingerprinting.
