Salary: $56,756.20 - $65,269.63 Annually
Location : Lexington, SC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 23-00023
Bureau: Administration
Division: Information Technology
Opening Date: 04/15/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Job Purpose

The Systems Analyst is instrumental in merging complex technological solutions with practical law enforcement needs. By engaging in strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and ongoing optimization of systems, this role is essential to advancing the mission of public safety. This role involves a comprehensive assessment of business requirements for technological solutions and a deep understanding of law enforcement operations that bolster the effectiveness of both officers and administrative personnel. This role is an integral part of ensuring required federal and state Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) data is being provided accurately.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Designs and implements a comprehensive curriculum enhancing the technical skills of the team and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Collects and performs analysis of data to ensure systems are operating efficiently.
• Provides education and guidance for employees by instructing in the operation and requirements of departmental sophisticated software systems.
• Performs telecommunication device management which includes Mobile Device Management (MDM) administration. Sets up and configures new or reallocated mobile devices.
• Keeps accurate inventory records of equipment deployed and in stock.
• Manages vendor relations and researches technological solutions.
• Establishes quality assurance protocols to ensure alignment with departmental goals.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses computer hardware and software issues.
• Participates in conducting regular maintenance and updates on servers, computers and software.
• Provides user support and assistance during regular workdays and after hours as necessary.
• Participates in on-call rotation.
• Performs related duties as necessary to support the department's goals.

Job Specifications and Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Advanced understanding of Information Technologies.
• Proficiency in building and maintaining professional relationships.
• Knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical software.
• Ability to learn standards such as National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS), South Carolina Incident-Based Reporting System (SCIBRS) and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) is a vital component of this position. Some familiarity with CJIS security policy is preferred.

Skills:

• Expertise in risk management and assessment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, across various platforms.
• Effective public speaking and presentation skills.
• Organizational skills, including the management of documents and instructional materials.
• Law Enforcement experience, preferred.

Education/Experience:

• A High School diploma coupled with 5-7 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to excel in this role. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid South Carolina Driver's License

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
• Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, fingering, standing, walking, repetitive motions, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling, and lifting. Positions in this class may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noises.

The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Lexington County offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including: health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, retirement, holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, flexible spending accounts, wellness incentive health reimbursement account, deferred compensation, and more.
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Salary for already certified Detention and Law Enforcement Deputy applicants
Starting Salary: $46,933 - $49,751
Applies to South Carolina Certified Officer working less than three years. Salary reflects working our standard shifts of 86 hours bi-weekly.
Three Years of Service Salary: $50,220
Applies to South Carolina Certified Officer working three years. Salary reflects working our standard shifts of 86 hours bi-weekly.
Six Years of Service Salary: $51,629
Applies to South Carolina Certified Officer working six years. Salary reflects working our standard shifts of 86 hours bi-weekly.
Salary for uncertified Detention and Law Enforcement Deputy applicants
Starting Salary: $46,933
Applies to the brand-new detention or law enforcement applicant. Salary reflects working our standard shifts of 86 hours bi-weekly.
Applicants may be eligible for additional incentives, depending on education and Spanish fluency. Call our HR Division office at 803-785-2407 to learn more.
Health Insurance
The County of Lexington provides medical insurance for its employees through a county funded Employee Health Care Plan. There are multiple coverage plans available for the employee to choose from, depending on his/her personal coverage needs. Basic coverage is provided at a minimal cost to the employee. Employees who wish to cover members of their family may do so through payroll deductions. Actual rate within the range is determined on which coverage plan is chosen and how many children are being covered.
The following semi-monthly rates apply:
Employee Only $35.00 - $88.50
Employee and Child(ren) $62.00 - $257.50
Employee and Spouse $135.50 - $242.00
Employee and Family 162.00 - $410.50
Employee Wellness Center
The County of Lexington provides a Wellness Center for its employees and their dependents who are covered under county health insurance. The staff of the Health and Wellness Center is licensed to diagnose, treat and prescribe for a wide variety of common illness and injuries at no cost to the employee and their covered dependents, when participating in the Gold or Silver Health Insurance Plan. There is a small co-pay if employees choose the Bronze Health Insurance Plan. Check out Marathon Health at
Dental Insurance
The County of Lexington provides dental insurance for its employees through the county's plan. There are two coverage plans from which the employee can choose, depending on his/her personal coverage needs. Basic coverage is provided at a minimal cost to the employee. Employees who wish to cover members of their family may do so through payroll deductions. Actual rate within the range is determined on which coverage plan is chosen and how many children are being covered.
The following semi-monthly rates apply:
Employee Only $3.11 - $3.58
Employee and Child(ren) $8.52 - $31.98
Employee and Spouse $9.28 - $10.67
Employee and Family $14.69 - $35.57
Vision Insurance
The County of Lexington provides vision insurance for its employees through the county's plan. Basic coverage is provided at a minimal cost to the employee. Employees who wish to cover members of their family may do so through payroll deductions.
The following semi-monthly rates apply:
Employee Only $3.75
Employee and Child(ren) $7.75
Employee and Spouse $7.60
Employee and Family $11.80
Life Insurance
The County of Lexington provides life insurance for its employees. Basic coverage is provided at no cost to the employee, with a benefit amount at 1.5 times the employee's basic annual earnings, up to $50,000.
Additional coverage on the employee or his or her dependents is available and can be paid for through payroll deduction.
Retirement
All full time employees of the county participate in the South Carolina Retirement System or the South Carolina Police Officer's Retirement System.
Deferred Compensation
Employees are eligible to participate in the South Carolina Public Employees Deferred Compensation Plan, 401K or 457. The amount deposited is determined by the employee and participation is optional. This is a tax-deferred savings program and is handled automatically by payroll deduction.
Overtime
Employees who are eligible for overtime are paid overtime at the rate of 1.5 times his or her regular rate of pay for time worked. Overtime will be calculated at any hours worked over 86 in a two week pay period for non-exempt, sworn personnel.
Collateral Duty Pay
Employees receive collateral duty pay, in the form of quarterly-paid supplements, for serving in specialized assignments over and above their regular, paid assigned job duties.
Extra Duty Opportunities
Law enforcement officers (patrol deputies and other class 1 certified officers) have the opportunity to sign-up for extra-duty jobs to earn extra income working for secondary employers.
Education Incentive Pay
Employees receive educational incentive pay for completing degrees in pre-approved courses of study at approved accredited institutions.
College Tuition Discount
Employees may be eligible for law enforcement tuition discounts at various institutions.
Montgomery G.I. Bill
Veterans may qualify to use their G.I. Bill education benefits while working and receiving on-the-job training at the Sheriff's Department.
Gym Membership
Gym memberships are available to all employees at a highly discounted rate to the employee, made possible through the efforts of the Lexington County Sheriff's Foundation.
South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers' Association Membership
The department pays for membership in the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers' Association for all law enforcement and detention deputies. Membership in SCLEOA entitles the member to a list of member benefits. For more information, see SCLEOA's website at
South Carolina Sheriffs' Association Membership
Certified personnel receive an Individual Membership to the South Carolina Sheriffs' Association. For more information, see South Carolina Sheriffs' Association website at
Annual Leave and Sick Leave
Annual leave is accrued at the rate of 10 days per year for employees with less than five years of service with the county; 15 days for 5-10 years of service; and 20 days for 10 or more years of service. Sick leave is accrued at 12 days per year.
Work Schedules
Patrol deputies and detention deputies work the following schedule:
12-hour shifts - 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. or 6 p.m. - 6 a.m.
Patrol Deputies: Two days on, two days off; three days on, two days off; two days on, three days off; (this cycle then repeats).
Detention deputies work a permanent shift (days or nights).
Patrol deputies rotate between dayshift and nightshift every 28 days.
Vehicles
At the discretion of the Sheriff, employees in designated positions are authorized to be assigned a department vehicle on a 24/7 week basis. Take-home vehicles are only available to personnel living in Lexington County or living in one of the adjacent/bordering counties of Aiken, Calhoun, Newberry, Orangeburg, Richland or Saluda.
Equipment
Department personnel receive the equipment (uniforms, firearms, etc.) necessary for the position for which they are hired.
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