Investigative Analyst

About the Organization

The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) supports public services by helping fund the state. The agency emphasizes strong benefits, flexible hybrid scheduling, tuition support, and opportunities for professional growth. It promotes a workplace focused on balance, trust, and helping employees build long-term careers while contributing to a mission-driven public service environment.

The department notes that its work plays a major role in collecting a large share of South Carolina’s general fund and encourages applicants to explore careers with the agency through its careers page.

Role Summary

The Investigative Analyst will provide research, analysis, and investigative support connected to enforcement of criminal tax laws and related financial crime matters. The work helps promote voluntary compliance with South Carolina tax laws by identifying issues, organizing evidence, and supporting investigations from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out continuing research to uncover new facts or additional information sources.
• Review and interpret financial statements, bank documents, general ledgers, invoices, tax filings, and other evidence.
• Keep official case files accurate and current throughout investigations.
• Gather and organize information from electronic databases, public records, and financial institutions related to subjects under investigation.
• Create spreadsheets and analytical summaries that explain findings from investigations.
• Look into complaints, inquiries, or possible violations of South Carolina statutes or regulations.
• Perform inspections or surveillance involving businesses and individuals when needed.
• Help plan and coordinate witness interviews and affidavits.
• Act as a witness or corroborating participant in interviews when required.
• Support trial preparation by reviewing testimony, examining evidence, and coordinating witnesses.

Candidate Profile

• Applicants should be attentive to detail and able to spot inconsistencies in financial and case-related records.
• The role suits people who are inquisitive, analytical, and comfortable investigating complex matters.
• Strong organization is important for handling sensitive information, maintaining records, and balancing several priorities at once.
• Clear written and verbal communication is needed to document findings and work professionally with different stakeholders.
• Integrity, objectivity, and confidentiality are essential when handling investigative work.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma plus experience in investigations or other law enforcement duties, or
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.

Additional Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required.
• The selected candidate must attend and successfully complete the CLASS 3 basic law enforcement certification program at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.
• Travel is required as needed, including some minimal overnight travel.

Preferred Background

• A bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience in investigations or other law enforcement duties.
• An associate degree with 4 years of experience in investigations or other law enforcement duties.
• A high school diploma with 6 years of experience in investigations or other law enforcement duties.

Work Schedule and Location

Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for a 37.5-hour workweek. After one year of employment, the position may be eligible for remote work up to two days per week. Depending on office space availability, the employee may be assigned to one of the following offices: Columbia, Charleston, Florence, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, or Rock Hill.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The SCDOR provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation.

Application and Hiring Notes

Applicants must complete the online application in full, including all current and previous employment history and education. A resume may be submitted, but it will not replace the requirement to complete the full application. Candidates moving forward may be asked to complete an aptitude or skills assessment and personality profile, and may also be invited to a one-way virtual interview. Any final hire is subject to compliance with SCDOR tax requirements and a National Criminal Background Check, including fingerprinting.