The "State Employment Skills-Based Hiring Act" aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by introducing Section 8-11-188, which mandates the Office of Human Resources to conduct periodic reviews of the educational, experiential, and training requirements for all executive branch jobs. The focus of these reviews will be to assess whether the necessity of a four-year college degree can be reduced without compromising the quality of service. The Office is also tasked with adjusting requirements for jobs identified as suitable for reduction, provided these requirements are not established by law or regulation.

Additionally, the Office of Human Resources is required to report its findings and actions following each review to key legislative leaders and the Governor. The first review is to commence within ninety days of the act's approval by the Governor. This legislation seeks to promote skills-based hiring practices within the state's executive branch, potentially broadening employment opportunities by reevaluating traditional educational requirements.

Statutes affected:
01/28/2025: 8-11-188
Latest Version: 8-11-188