Special Agent

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, training plans , 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 see how their work contributes to the SCDOR’s success—by collecting 9 5 % 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: Analytical thinkers who can examine financial information and identify inconsistencies Detailed-oriented professionals who can maintain accurate records and clearly document investigative findings Strong communicators who can interview others and clearly present complex information Able to work independently and as part of a team 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 and conduct complex tax and financial crime investigations to ensure the safety and security of all South Carolina Department of Revenue employees, visitors, and property. Primary job duties include: Conducting complex tax and financial crime investigations using auditing, forensic accounting, and law enforcement techniques Collecting, documenting, and preserving evidence through search warrants, surveillance, interviews, financial records, and other investigative methods Preparing comprehensive investigative reports that summarize financial findings, evidence, and conclusions for criminal cases Preparing and serving arrest warrants, making arrests, transporting suspects, and participating in booking and bond hearing procedures Providing support for criminal prosecutions, including preparing case files for prosecutorial review, assisting attorneys with case and trial preparation, and presenting evidence and sworn testimony in court proceedings Planning and providing training to other agents on investigative techniques, case organization, law enforcement equipment, and related topics Providing training and presentations to agency staff and external audiences on criminal tax enforcement and investigative matters Performing protective service and security functions to help ensure the safety of SCDOR employees, visitors, facilities, and property A bachelor’s degree and professional experience in accounting, auditing, finance, insurance, or tax preparation and/or analysis. Academic 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 an SC Constable Commission I, as required by SLED A bachelor’s degree with 12 semester hours in accounting and four years of accounting, auditing, or law enforcement experience Knowledge of SC criminal code provisions Knowledge of accounting, auditing, and tax law 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. Hours: Work hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday (37.5 hours per week). Career development: This position is part of an SCDOR Training Plan, which provides learning opportunities that support career growth. Office location: Depending on space availability, you may have the option of choosing which SCDOR office you work in (Columbia, Charleston, Florence, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, Beaufort, 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.