Top 10 Highest Paying Open SC State Jobs in May

High Paying Medical Field Jobs Dominate the Scene

In South Carolina, six of the top 10 highest-paying jobs currently available are in the medical field. Heading the list are two positions for psychiatrists in Beaufort County with an annual compensation ranging from $200,000 to $230,000. The Department of Mental Health-MHC Coastal Empire is seeking a child psychiatrist who would operate across five counties – Allendale, Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper. The ideal candidate would have completed a full four-year residency in psychiatry and a two-year fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry. Experience in treating children, adolescents, and their families is preferred.

Another remarkable position with similar financial incentives is available at the same mental health division. This role also calls for a psychiatrist, primarily serving in state mental health clinics and community facilities. The chosen applicant will provide consultation services to Probate Court and community agencies.

Public Defender and Chief Information Officer Positions on Offer

A four-year term for a public defender with an annual pay of $212,786 is open in the 2nd Judicial Circuit of Aiken. The public defender will handle the operations of the office, supervise other public defenders and staff, and try cases

Additionally, the Department of Transportation is offering a position for a chief information officer at a salary between $156,000 and $183,219 annually. The role entails supervising the human resources staff and handling all information technology for the agency.

Chief of Staff, Regional Medical Director, and CFO Roles

The State Housing Finance & Development Authority is in search of a chief of staff with an annual salary range of $99,030 to $183,219. The role encompasses oversight of finance, programs, and information technology. Additionally, the selected candidate will advise the Executive Director and Board of Directors.

Meanwhile, the Department of Health and Environmental Control desires a medical director in the Pee Dee Region with an annual salary of $165,500. The role involves daily supervision of all public health services and the regional clinical staff. The medical director is also responsible for regional surveillance and control of communicable diseases.

In Richland County, the South Carolina Educational Television Commission needs a Chief Financial Officer. This position offers a salary of $81,388 to $150,585 per year and a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field is required.

Non-Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Psychologist Positions

In Richland County, the Department of Mental Health forensics division is seeking a medical non-psychiatric nurse practitioner/physician associate. This position comes with a salary range of $81,388 to $150,585. The selected candidate will work under the supervision of the Medical Director to provide patient care in the state forensic inpatient facility. May preference is given to bilingual candidates in English and Spanish.

The Department of Mental Health is also hiring a psychologist with a salary ranging between $81,388 and $150,585. This role involves providing treatment services to patients of both acute and extended care. The ideal candidate is a licensed or license-eligible clinical psychologist in South Carolina.

South Carolina State Job Market Booms

Currently, the South Carolina state government boasts 1,472 job openings, offering a range of opportunities for qualified individuals. As these high-paying positions reveal, the medical field is particularly in need of skilled professionals. However, there are plenty of other opportunities available in various sectors, showing the vibrant and diverse job market in South Carolina.