Department of Administration
admin.sc.gov
Marcia Adams, Director
803.734.8120
As the central administrative agency for state government, the South Carolina Department of Administration’s (Admin) works closely with the office of Governor Henry McMaster to advance the state’s efforts to better serve South Carolinians. Admin utilizes shared services and centralization to help agencies efficiently and securely carry out common government functions, allowing agencies to focus on their core missions. Admin includes several divisions, including the Division of Information Security, Division of State Human Resources, Office of Technology and Information Services and State Fleet.
Department of Aging
aging.sc.gov
Connie Munn, Director
803.734.9900
The South Carolina Department on Aging (SCDOA) enhances the quality of life for seniors in South Carolina. The SCDOA works with 10 regional Area Agencies on Aging and a network of local organizations to develop and manage services that help seniors remain independent in their homes and in their communities.
Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services
daodas.sc.gov
Sara Goldsby, Director
803.896.5555
The South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services (SCDAODAS) contracts with the state’s county alcohol and drug abuse authorities to provide the majority of substance-related direct prevention, treatment and recovery services to the citizens of South Carolina.
Department of Commerce
sccommerce.com
Harry M. Lightsey III, Secretary
803.737.0400
The mission of the South Carolina Department of Commerce (SC Commerce) works toward achieving sustainable, long-term economic growth that will increase opportunities for all South Carolinians.
Department of Corrections
doc.sc.gov
Bryan P. Stirling, Director
803.896.8500
The South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDOC) operates 21 prisons serving about 16,000 inmates.
Department of Employment and Workforce
dew.sc.gov
William Floyd, Director
803.737.2400
The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW) helps citizens move from unemployment to reemployment. SCDEW’s goal is to match job seekers with employers quickly, efficiently and effectively. From unemployment insurance benefits to personalized reemployment services, the agency provides robust services to support South Carolina's labor force and economic development.
Department of Environmental Services
des.sc.gov
Myra Reece, Interim Director
803.898.3432
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is a South Carolina state cabinet agency established by state law July 1, 2024, with specific roles and responsibilities for overseeing the protection and preservation of South Carolina’s environment and natural resources.
Department of Health and Human Services
scdhhs.gov
Robert M. Kerr, Director
803.898.2500
The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) administers the state’s Medicaid program, Healthy Connections, which provides health coverage for eligible residents.
Department of Insurance
doi.sc.gov
Michael Wise, Director
803.737.6160
The South Carolina Department of Insurance (SCDOI) serves as a consumer advocate, providing assistance and protection to consumers who purchase insurance policies. As the primary regulator of the insurance industry in South Carolina, SCDOI works to ensure that insurance companies and agents comply with state laws and regulations.
Department of Juvenile Justice
djj.sc.gov
Eden Hendrick, Director
803.896.9749
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (SCDJJ) is responsible for providing custodial care and rehabilitation for the state’s children who are incarcerated, on probation or parole or in community placement for a criminal or status offense. DJJ also provides a variety of prevention and intervention programs for at-risk youth.
Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation
llr.state.sc.us
Emily H. Farr, Director
803.896.4300
The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (SCLLR) regulates and licenses professional fields in the state of South Carolina.
Department of Motor Vehicles
scdmvonline.com
Kevin A. Shwedo, Director
803.896.5000
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) administers the state's motor vehicle licensing and titling laws by maintaining strict controls to deliver secure and valid identification, licenses and property records, while accurately accounting for the receipt and timely distribution of all revenue collected in order to best serve South Carolina citizens.
Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
scprt.com
Duane N. Parrish, Director
803.734.1700
The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism (SCPRT) operates and manages South Carolina's state parks, markets the state as a preferred vacation destination and aids communities in developing recreation assets.
Department of Public Health
dph.sc.gov
Dr. Edward Simmer, Interim Director
803.898.3300
Formerly a part of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC), the South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) provides public health services, health care quality improvements and resources to everyone in South Carolina.
Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services
dppps.sc.gov
Jodi Gallman, Acting Director
803.734.9220
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) is charged with the community supervision of offenders placed on probation by the court and paroled by the State Board of Paroles and Pardons. SCDPPPS also supervises offenders through a number of community sanctions and helps ensure that they meet specific conditions of parole.
Department of Public Safety
scdps.gov
Robert G. Woods, IV, Director
803.896.7979
As the largest law enforcement agency in the state, it is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) to protect and serve the public with the highest standard of conduct and professionalism; to save lives through educating its citizens on highway safety and diligent enforcement of laws governing traffic, motor vehicles and commercial carriers; and to ensure a safe, secure environment for the citizens of the state of South Carolina and its visitors. The SCDPS includes several divisions, including the Highway Patrol, State Transport Police and Bureau of Protective Services.
Department of Revenue
dor.sc.gov
Hartley Powell, Director
803.898.5000
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) is responsible for the administering the state’s revenue and regulatory laws.
Department of Social Services
dss.sc.gov
Michael Leach, Director
803.898.7601
The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) is the state’s child welfare agency, with offices in each county and regional offices for adoptions and child support services. SCDSS offers a variety of services, including protective services for children and vulnerable adults, child welfare, investigations, family support, child care provider licensing and regulations, foster care and child support.
Department of Veterans' Affairs
scdva.sc.gov
Todd B. McCaffrey, Secretary
803.734.0200
The South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs (SCDVA) provides services to veterans and their families to help them thrive in South Carolina. SCDVA’s services include veteran services, veteran employment, transition services, service member advocacy, military installation advocacy, military family assistance and military child education.
South Carolina Military Department
scmd.sc.gov
Van McCarty, Adjutant General
803.299.4200
The South Carolina Military Department (SCMD) has many responsibilities, including managing the South Carolina Army and Air National Guards, overseeing the Clark's Hill and McCrady Billeting Offices and more. SCMD also includes and coordinates with the South Carolina State Guard, South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD), South Carolina Youth Challenge, STARBASE Swamp Fox and the South Carolina Military Museum.
State Law Enforcement Division
sled.sc.gov
Mark A. Keel, Chief
803.737.9000
The State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is a statewide investigative law enforcement agency in South Carolina. SLED provides manpower and technical assistance to law enforcement agencies and conducts investigations on behalf of the state as directed by the governor and attorney general.