State Transport Police Salaries | SCDPS

South Carolina Department of Public Safety

State Transport Police Salaries

STP Salary

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. 

RANKREQUIREMENTS BASE SALARY
Officer Trainee (Non-Certified)

High School Diploma or GED & 21 years of age

$58,508

Certified Officer with less than 18 months of active law enforcement experience in South Carolina

High School Diploma or GED & 21 years of age; Must complete STP Special Basic Training

$59,386

Officer First Class

Serve 18 months in SCDPS LEO classification or 18 months Certified Law Enforcement Service Time as defined by SCDPS Policy

$60,263

Senior Officer

Serve 3 years in SCDPS LEO classification or 3 years of Certified Law Enforcement Service Time as defined by SCDPS policy

$61,733

Lance Corporal

Serve 5 years in SCDPS LEO classification or 5 years Certified Law Enforcement Service Time as defined by SCDPS policy

$66,055

Lance Corporal (+3 Years)

Serve 3 years as an SCDPS Lance Corporal or 8 years Certified Law Enforcement Service Time as defined by SCDPS policy

$68,695

Master Officer

Serve 10 years in SCDPS LEO classification or 10 years Certified Law Enforcement Service Time as defined by SCDPS policy.

$71,444

Master Officer (+3 Years)

Serve 3 years as an SCDPS Master Officer or 13 years Certified Law Enforcement Service Time as defined by SCDPS policy.

$75,016

Master Officer (+5 Years)

Serve 5 years as an SCDPS Master Officer or 15 years Certified Law Enforcement Service Time as defined by SCDPS policy.

$78,766

Benefits & Rewards

If you are seeking employment in a fast paced, diverse environment, while working outdoors and interacting with the public, applying to be an STP officer could be one of the most rewarding decisions you will ever make.

Benefits Package