Assistant Chief of Police

Salary: $82,000.00 - $96,000.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 188637
Agency: Midlands Technical College
Opening Date: 05/26/2026
Closing Date: 6/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: JC40
Position Number:: 61132248 / 083395
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday-Thursday - 7:30 am - 3:00 pm; Friday - 7:30 am - 12:30 pm
Pay Grade: LAW08
Hiring Range - Min.: $82,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $96,000.00
Opening Date: 05/26/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Qualified applicants must visit the SC State Jobs website at to complete and submit an on-line application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Transcripts must be submitted with the employment application when a degree is required. Copies of transcripts are accepted for screening; official transcripts are required if selected.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
The Assistant Chief of Police provides strategic leadership and oversight for the daily operations of the Midlands Technical College Police Department (MTCPD). This position plans, directs, and evaluates departmental operations to ensure effective law enforcement services, campus safety, emergency preparedness, and community engagement across the college.

Coordinates and oversees special events, security operations, and critical incident response activities while ensuring compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. Plays a key leadership role in crisis management and emergency response planning, directing operations during critical incidents and supporting the overall safety and security of the MTC community.

Serves as the Police Chief in the absence of, or as directed by, the Chief of Police, assuming responsibility for all aspects of departmental administration and operations. This includes oversight of personnel management, training initiatives, budget administration, policy development, crime prevention strategies, and organizational planning. The Assistant Chief fosters positive relationships with students, employees, and community partners while promoting professionalism, accountability, public trust, and a safe campus environment.

This position is based on the Midlands Technical College Airport Campus.

Minimum and Additional Requirements


A high school diploma and experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency. The ideal incumbent will have a bachelor's degree, or equivalent education in criminal justice, public administration, business, or related discipline, plus 10 years of experience, to include no less than three (3) years of law enforcement executive supervisor experience supervising law enforcement personnel at a public law enforcement agency. Certification by the SC Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience managing Department of Public Safety grants. Specifically for SRO grants.
• Knowledge and experience managing South Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation.
• Graduate of the FBI National Academy or equivalent law enforcement leadership training.

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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Midlands Technical College is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for employment opportunities. Are you currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship?

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Are you certified by the SC Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976?

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Do you have experience performing patrol or investigative duties with a public law enforcement agency?

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What is your highest level of completed education?
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Do you have at least 3 years of executive law enforcement supervisor experience with a public law enforcement agency?
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Required documents: CV/resume. I understand that if I did not attach my resume to my application, my application is considered incomplete.

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If selected for this position, will you be able to provide your official transcript(s) within 20 days of your hire date?

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Have you been employed at Midlands Technical College? If yes, when?
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Please provide the names of any relatives that are employed by Midlands Technical College.
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How did you hear about this position?
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Supplemental Questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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