DEPUTY SHERIFF

To be considered for this position you must submit a completed Charleston County Application Form (your resume may be included).  Please visit our web site at www.charlestoncounty.org to fill out an application on line and submit or download  the  form to fill out, or  you  can call for an application at (843) 958-4700.  We are located in the Lonnie Hamilton III, County Public Services Building, 4045 Bridge View Drive, Suite B207, North Charleston, SC 29405-7464. FAX (843) 958-4720

 

The duties of this position include all general law enforcement functions including patrolling of all areas of Charleston County (as assigned), responding to all calls for assistance, traffic enforcement, investigation of criminal activity inclusive of making arrests, preparation of applicable documents, issuance of citations, service of warrants, and all other duties pertaining to the enforcement of laws and ordinances as prescribed by SC law.  There is a one-year probationary period and all Deputy Sheriffs serve at the pleasure of the Sheriff.  REQUIREMENTS: A qualified applicant must (1) be a Citizen of the United States over 21 years of age; (2) be SC Certified in law enforcement with (2) years law enforcement work experience OR Associate?s Degree or higher with two (2) years active duty military, law enforcement, security, detention, or law enforcement support experience; OR a high school diploma (or GED) with four (4) years active duty military, law enforcement, security, detention, or law enforcement support experience. Military applicants separated from service must have an Honorable Discharge. (3) possess a current valid SC driver?s license or be able to obtain one upon offer of employment; (4) have no criminal convictions.  Applicants meeting these minimum criteria must submit to, and successfully complete, all phases of the hiring process to be considered for employment.  The process includes, but not limited to the following; a two phase background investigation, a credit check, a psychological examination/evaluation, a polygraph examination, a physical fitness examination, an oral interview and a physical examination. NOTE: Must submit completed Charleston County Application to be considered for any Sheriff?s Department vacant positions. 

SALARY RANGE: $31,491 - $47,548  APPLICATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 1, 2006.