Want $150K or more in SC? These 6 highest-paying state government jobs just opened up
If you’re looking for a new job in South Carolina, the state regularly posts listings for government jobs on its careers website, and some offer six-figure salaries.
There are nearly 1,400 positions currently open on the site, six of which were posted this month that have the potential to earn more than $150,000 annually. Each job is at a different state department and specializes in a field like technology, finance, medicine and law.
These are the top-paying jobs recently posted, how much they pay and the requirements employers listed.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health has an open position for a regional medical director for the Upstate health region that pays between $175,000 and $185,000 annually. Headquarters for the position are negotiable and the work schedule is flexible, with the option to work remotely one or two days a week.
Responsibilities include clinical consultancy, public health practice, disease surveillance and emergency response, so candidates must be doctors of medicine or osteopathic medicine.
Benefits listed in the job description include insurance, 15 days of annual vacation leave, 15 days of sick leave, 13 paid holidays, paid parental leave and a state retirement plan and deferred compensation programs. Interested applicants can apply online until Nov. 10, when the posting is set to close.
Tax Policy Division deputy director
The South Carolina Department of Revenue is seeking a deputy director for its Tax Policy Division. The position is in Lexington County and offers a yearly salary between $101,258 and $187,341. The deputy director is a member of the department’s Executive Leadership Team and is responsible for supervising the planning, organization and administration of all department tax policy activities.
A bachelor’s degree and relevant experience is required, and at least six years of experience in tax, accounting, law, business or other related fields is preferred. The newly-posted job will accept applications until Nov. 19.
The South Carolina Department of Education is hiring a chief information officer in Lexington County with a yearly salary of $101,258 to $187,341. To qualify, candidates need 10 years of experience working in information technology leadership and at least a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or related field, although a master’s degree is preferred.
The chief information officer will be responsible for modernizing the department’s technology infrastructure, supporting school districts with technology programs and strengthening data-driven decision making.
Listed benefits include insurance, 15 days of vacation leave annually, 15 days of sick leave, 13 paid holidays and a state retirement plan and deferred compensation programs. The position will be open for online applications until Nov. 5, according to the listing.
The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs has an open position for a chief financial officer in Richland County that pays between $100,000 and $153,973 annually. Responsibilities focus on accounting and fiscal management, including budget appropriation, financial surveys, revenue cycle management and audits.
Qualified applicants must have at least 10 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance and at least a bachelor’s-level degree in accounting, finance or a related field, though a master’s degree is preferred. Applications are open online until Oct. 31
Assertive Community Treatment nurse
The Aiken-Barnwell Mental Health Center in Aiken County is looking for a nurse practitioner or advanced practice registered nurse for its Assertive Community Treatment team. The position will focus on providing care to patients with serious mental illnesses at the center and pays between $83,219 and $153,973 annually.
Candidates must have a master’s degree in nursing, be licensed as a registered nurse, be recognized as a nurse practitioner with prescriptive authority and have at least five years of experience treating patients with serious and persistent mental illness.
Full-time employees are offered insurance, 15 days of vacation leave accrual annually, 15 days of sick leave, 13 paid holidays, paid parental leave and a state retirement plan and deferred compensation programs. Online applications are open until Oct. 31.
The South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department is seeking an Attorney V to provide legal advice and serve as the department’s primary attorney. The position offers a flexible work schedule and is based in Lexington County, though the attorney may travel occasionally.
Qualified candidates must have a juris doctor degree or its equivalent, at least eight years experience practicing as an attorney, be a member of the South Carolina Bar in good standing and complete background checks.
The job pays $83,219 to $153,973 yearly and benefits include insurance, 15 days of annual vacation leave, 15 days of sick leave, 13 paid holidays, paid parental leave and a state retirement plan and deferred compensation programs. The job posting doesn’t list a date applications will close, but interested candidates can apply online now.
This story was originally published October 23, 2024 at 6:00 AM with the headline "Want $150K or more in SC? These 6 highest-paying state government jobs just opened up."