Current Salary Breakdown
Up to 15 years of certified law enforcement service time (in-state or out-of-state experience) will be verified for possible higher starting pay.
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Trooper Trainee (Non-Certified) |
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Trooper Certified with less than 18 months of active law enforcement experience in South Carolina |
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Trooper First Class |
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Senior Trooper |
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Lance Corporal |
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Lance Corporal (+3 Years) |
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Master Trooper |
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Master Trooper (+3 Years) |
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Master Trooper (+5 Years) |
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The remaining positions require a promotional process that includes interviews and testing. |
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Corporal |
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Sergeant |
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First Sergeant |
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Lieutenant |
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Benefits & Rewards
While offering one of the best benefits packages in the nation, the South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) also provides professional challenges with rewarding results. The opportunities available to troopers cover many areas of service where our men and women have an opportunity to serve, educate and protect our state's citizens and visitors.
Benefits Package
- South Carolina State Employee Benefits Package
- Take-home Patrol Car
- All Uniforms and Accessories Provided
- SC Police Officer Retirement Benefits & Salary:
- Retire after only 27 years of service or by age 55.
- Transfer and purchase past military and public service time to retire early!
- Disability Retirement Protection
- OJT VA - GI Bill Benefits