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State of South Carolina

Lead Investigator (Nursing)

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  • Full Time
  • $65,000 - $70,000/year
  • Lexington County, SC
June 24, 2025 Investigator

Job Description

Job Responsibilities



Come join our team at the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) where you will experience work-life balance, great benefits, and an exciting career that supports the Agency’s mission to make South Carolina a safe place to work and live.  


Responsibilities 


  • You will lead and manage a team of investigators who conduct investigations for the SC Board of Nursing.
  • You will routinely monitor the status of cases, assign cases, and provide support with guidance and training to assigned investigators.  
  • You will work closely with the Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC) to receive advice regarding legal issues or questions about sufficiency of evidence.
  • You will investigate complex or priority investigations, prepare related documentation, enter investigative case activity in applicable systems, and serve as a witness in board disciplinary hearing or other hearings.  
  • You will provide and submit monthly or other required reports and attend trainings, hearings, or other meetings as requested.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Minimum Qualifications 


  • A high school diploma and experience conducting investigations or performing other law enforcement duties. (A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required work experience.)


Preferred Qualifications 


  • Experience managing investigations and substantive knowledge of the practice of nursing.    
  • Strong leadership and excellent verbal and written communication skills.  
  • Ability to adapt style to explain complex issues succinctly and with clarity both orally and in writing.  
  • Substantive understanding of investigative techniques, principles and practices.  
  • Knowledge of SC’s professional licensing practice act concerning the profession of nursing. 
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships.  


Other Requirements


  • Must have a valid driver's license and 10-year MVR that complies with State and Agency Fleet guidelines.
  • Must be able to drive a state or personal vehicle to complete assigned job duties.
  • Position works in both an office and field environment.  
  • May require extended periods of driving and sitting and may require visiting private facilities that are non-ADA compliant.  
  • May need to bend, stoop, kneel and lift up to 25lbs.  
  • Occasional work outside of normal Agency business hours.   
  • Frequent statewide travel and occasional overnight travel.   

Additional Comments

Benefits Offered


The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation 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

Salary
  • $65,000 - $70,000/year


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