Available Positions
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the County of Lexington encourages minorities,
women and members of other legally protected classes to apply.
NOTE: Lexington County is accepting applications for the following employment and
volunteer opportunies. To be considered for any of these positions you must submit a completed
Lexington County application form.
*Volunteer opportunities are different from positions in which candidates are hired as employees. |
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| Date of Bulletin:
04/09/2026
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| Position Title: |
Building Inspector |
| Grade: |
110 |
| Position #: |
0014360 |
| Department: |
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT |
| Salary Range: |
$22.27-$23.83 DOQ |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Vocational or technical school degree. |
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Minimum Qualification -
1 to 2 years of building or construction experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. |
| Description: |
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Job Purpose: Inspects residential building construction, existing residential structures, and mobile homes for compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, regulations, and laws. Inspects residential homes, such as new construction, renovations, remodeling, fire damaged, mobile homes, and the like as required for the purpose of enforcing residential building codes and the County Building Code Ordinance. Inspections include examining residential projects in progressive stages to determine code compliance at each stage of construction. Interfaces with architects, builders, sub-contractors, and home/property owners. Facilitates the understanding of applicable building codes and the need to comply. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Inspects and interprets residential construction projects to determine that the as-built work is permitting and complies with all applicable building codes through the point for which it is complete. Reviews plat, plans, and blueprints prior to inspections for compliance with building codes; ensures plans match installation of jobsite. Composes reports of each inspection; notes any code or county ordinance violation that might apply; reports on whether or not the project may proceed; records inspections. Prepares paperwork such as scheduling; routing; code research; inspection reports; field conference reports and correspondence, daily driving log, project status reports. Processes technical documents. Researches and studies building codes and maintains training and certifications. Communicates with contractors, builders, and/or permittee(s) on the job site before, after, and/or during inspections and reviews findings as they relate to code details. Communicates with and advises residents and contractors of residential building code questions or requirements. Receives and reviews engineering reports, residential construction plans, compaction tests, and inspection request sheets. Prepares and/or generates inspection reports, routing schedules, daily driving log, project status reports, photographs, stop work compliance confirmation reports, field conference reports, and correspondence. Refers to the proper building code, engineering standards, blueprints/plans, engineering/material specification, maps, site plans, and manufacturing specifications. Performs support to office personnel, assists other inspectors, and interacts with a variety of County staff. Performs other similar duties as required. Licensing and Certifications: LLR Residential Building Inspector, or the ability to obtain all four trades under a provisional license status through LLR. |
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| Application Deadline: |
09/08/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Part Time Recycling Collector |
| Grade: |
104 |
| Position #: |
0013430 |
| Department: |
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT |
| Salary Range: |
$16.98/hour |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High school diploma or equivalent. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Valid SC Driver's License. |
| Description: |
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Operates a County vehicle, tows various-sized trailers full of recyclable materials to and from the Collection Centers, to the landfill, or designated recycling processing facilities. Exchanges, connects, disconnects, and positions trailers. Loads and unloads plastic roll carts filled with recyclable materials. Operates heavy machinery. Uses discretion when dealing with the public. Exerts up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly. |
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| Application Deadline: |
07/01/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Attorney I |
| Grade: |
213 |
| Position #: |
565100 |
| Department: |
SOLICITOR |
| Salary Range: |
$68,937.64-$73,073.90 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school supplemented by one or more years experience in the field. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Preferred experience in criminal law, particularly in criminal prosecution in General Sessions Court, to include extensive trial experience. |
| Description: |
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Under limited supervision, performs case preparation and prosecuting duties in the Solicitor's Office to include conducting jury trials. Manages assigned case load and resolves each case as deemed appropriate. Performs other related duties as required. Must possess and maintain membership in the South Carolina Bar Association. Must have completed all Rule 403 requirements. Must possess a valid South Carolina's driver's license. |
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| Application Deadline: |
06/30/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Station Attendant - Part Time |
| Grade: |
101 |
| Position #: |
01932 |
| Department: |
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT |
| Salary Range: |
$16.98-$19.53 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High School Diploma or equivalent, with no experience required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties for the job. |
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Minimum Qualification -
No experience required. |
| Description: |
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Job Purpose:
Maintains effective operations of the facility. Maintains the on-site collection and recycling center operations. Opens and closes the facility. Greets and educates center visitors on the Cuts the grass and cleans minor spills as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Meets and greets all users; provides appropriate information and direction as necessary; operates waste compactors efficiently to maximize tonnage; calls in containers for disposal; cleans equipment, grounds, building and surrounding areas; assists waste haulers with containers; and assists citizens as needed
Counts and records the number of vehicles entering the facility per hour; prepares and generate waste containers call log, recyclables call log; supply orders; equipment repair orders; and personal time sheets
Greets the public and provides appropriate information and direction regarding solid waste disposal and recycling; resolves disputes with citizens; and maintains tact, courtesy and discretion when dealing with the general public and/or outside contract vendors
Cleans behind compactor blades; cleans used oil tank; attend safety and/or training meetings; works at various collection and recycling centers as needed; adheres to all safety standards; provides timely feedback to supervisor
Supplemental Functions:
Performs other similar duties as required.
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 fingering, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking, repetitive motions, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, climbing and balancing, pushing, pulling, and lifting, moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noises.
Performs other duties as required. |
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| Application Deadline: |
06/30/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Firefighter Recruit |
| Grade: |
F1 |
| Position #: |
002146 |
| Department: |
FIRE SERVICES |
| Salary Range: |
$43,035.20 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High school diploma or equivalent |
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Minimum Qualification -
Valid SC Driver's License |
| Description: |
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*** This posting is for interest in Recruit Class 26-01 beginning in August 2026 ***
Under general supervision responds to fire and emergency calls.
Provides a wide variety of duties related to fire suppression in order to ensure public safety and welfare.
Exercises judgment and safety in all fire and rescue related activities.
Works under stressful, high-risk conditions.
Qualified applicants must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED. Must currently possess a valid Driver’s License.
Successful completion of the department recruit program is a condition of employment.
The following will be required for all applicants:
- Successful completion of the pre-hire Physical Agility Test
- Successful completion of all required pre-hire written testing
- An oral interview board
- Firefighter Physical including medical physical and VO2 test
- The departmental Recruit Firefighter Program consisting of the following courses:
· NFPA Firefighter I
· Hazardous Materials
· Auto Extrication
· NFPA Firefighter II
· Rescuing the Rescuer / Rapid Intervention Crew
· Emergency Medical Technician (National Registry Required within 1 year of date of Completion of course)
· Other courses/coursework as required
· Emergency Vehicle Drivers Training
· Pump I and Pump II
· Must obtain a South Carolina Class E Driver’s License or CDL with proper endorsements within one year of date of hire
All initial contact will be made within 1 week of application via the Email address provided in your applicant profile.
Any questions, contact LCFS Administration at (803)785-8322.
*** This posting is for interest in an August 2026 LCFS Recruit Class** |
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| Application Deadline: |
05/25/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Telecommunications Operator |
| Grade: |
TC2 |
| Position #: |
001462 |
| Department: |
COMMUNICATIONS |
| Salary Range: |
$20.68/hour |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
6 months to 1 year of advanced study or training beyond high school equivalency. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Under and including 1 year experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. |
| Description: |
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Job Purpose: Provide dispatch services by analyzing, prioritizing, and relaying emergency calls for service, while maintaining radio contact with field personnel to ensure safety and efficient responses. Perform all radio communications for multiple EMS, Fire and Law Enforcement agencies, in accordance with local, state, and national standards. Receives, processes and dispatches all emergent and non-emergent calls for service from citizens for all public safety agencies in a professional manner. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Answering and processing both emergent and non-emergent phones calls from citizens, responders and other agencies. Interrogating callers to determine what services are needed and what actions need to be taken immediately such as life saving instructions. All must be done in a timely and professional manner. Maintain appropriate documentation of all calls for service, self initiated unit responses and dispositions/results of calls, using a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system and other software tools. Provide map verification of locations for jurisdiction confirmation. Ensure that the appropriate unit/personnel changes are updated for accurate record keeping. Utilize Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system to dispatch, monitor responders, gather information for responding personnel, like call history, patient information, description of the situation and scene safety, all in an accurate and timely manner. Maintain constant communication with responders and radio traffic for responder safety. Operate the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Software, Records Management System and DMV-Department of Motor Vehicle interfaces to support law enforcement operations. Promptly and accurately provide identification of subjects, ascertain criminal history of detainees, and send hits for wanted subjects are additional functions performed. Assisting law enforcement officers in coordinating with other agencies in reference to wanted subjects. Entering and maintaining information regarding wanted subjects, stolen items, missing persons, etc. Maintaining security of extremely sensitive information. Inform and educate the public, in person and through telephone conversations, as to the proper use of 911 and public safety emergency services. Redirecting them to appropriate non-emergent avenues to assist them. Participate in County or community sponsored events to further educate the citizens of Lexington County about our Public Safety Emergency Communication resources and abilities. Maintain all credentials by continuing education. All certifications must stay current and the telecommunicator needs to continue to stay abreast of any updates in software or policies and procedures. Attends all mandatory training such as In-Service and shift meetings. Performs other similar duties as required. |
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| Application Deadline: |
05/08/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Deputy Coroner |
| Grade: |
112 |
| Position #: |
002547 |
| Department: |
CORONER |
| Salary Range: |
$25.52/hour |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
6 months to 1 year of advanced study beyond high school equivalency. |
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Minimum Qualification -
1 year of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience needed to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. |
| Description: |
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Purpose: Investigates all reported deaths that occur in the County to determine the cause and manner of death.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responds to investigate violent, suspicious, unexpected and sudden deaths to determine the cause and manner of death and to identify the deceased and provide official death pronouncements. Contacts removal service for transportation of body to the morgue with the decedent properly tagged as for identification. Contacts family members for death notification and provides any assistance needed. Documents and releases personal effects. Enters initial investigative information into the computer with photographs. Follows-up and edits reports as needed. Attends autopsies to determine cause and manner of death. Presents information obtained and pictures from the scene of the death to the Forensic professionals. Contacts family members after the autopsy discusses the information that is allowed regarding the cause and manner of death. Performs other similar duties as required. |
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| Application Deadline: |
05/01/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Public Information Officer |
| Grade: |
211 |
| Position #: |
0001922 |
| Department: |
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR |
| Salary Range: |
$60,212.66 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Bachelor's degree in communications or related field |
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Minimum Qualification -
3-5 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job |
| Description: |
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Purpose: The Public Information Officer operates as the media liaison for the County by generating stories and content for the County’s social media channels, as well as with local media outlets. The PIO also receives, interprets, tracks and responds to requests for public documents submitted to the County through the Freedom of Information Act. Additionally, the PIO responds to requests for comment and interviews with local media outlets and is essential personnel during times of emergency such as fires, HAZMAT scenarios, inclement weather and other similarly related events. Description: ? Creating engaging stories for County departments and disseminating that information to the County’s residents, to keep them informed of the County’s daily operations and projects. Utilizes videography, photography and graphic design. Partnerships with local municipalities and local media outlets. Receiving, interpreting, assigning, tracking and responding to requests for public documents the County receives through the Freedom of Information Act. Works with local media in and out of newsrooms to tell the County’s story, as well as disseminate information regarding County projects or responses that benefits the public. Responds to emergency incidents and scenes to include, but not limited to: House fires, motor-vehicle collisions, HAZMAT calls, EOC-activation level events and inclement weather events. Be able to effectively communicate the County’s response to its local media and residents. The PIO must also be able to communicate and respond to incidents or scenes almost every day and at any hour including weekends and holidays. Administrating and monitoring of the County’s social media platforms including, but not limited to: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and NextDoor. Generates content, monitors comments, answers direct messages and analyzes data. Performs other similar duties as required. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/30/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Deputy Public Defender |
| Grade: |
219 |
| Position #: |
024570 |
| Department: |
PUBLIC DEFENDERS OFFICE |
| Salary Range: |
$103,456.91 - 111,733.47/ YR DOQ |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school |
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Minimum Qualification -
Member of the South Carolina Bar in good standing. Must have completed all Rule 403 requirements. |
| Description: |
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The Eleventh Circuit Public Defender’s Office is seeking applications for Deputy Public Defender positions in its Lexington County office. We are looking for lawyers with trial experience to represent indigent clients with serious felony charges. Applicant must be able to appreciate the obstacles that our clients face, including disability, mental illness, drug and alcohol addiction, and generational poverty.
Applicants should be prepared to build relationships with clients, participate in investigation of witnesses and physical evidence, perform legal research, negotiate with prosecutors, analyze cases and develop trial strategies, and spend significant time in the courtroom litigating cases through motions and trials.
Applicants should have strong research skills and be able to communicate effectively. They should have a strong work ethic and be willing to work as a team along with other lawyers.
The public defender’s office encourages its lawyers to attend Continuing Legal Education events in the field of criminal law and covers the cost of these events.
The County of Lexington offers competitive benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; participation in the state retirement plan; and access to the county wellness center. The public defender’s office follows the County of Lexington’s annual leave and vacation policies. This is a full-time position. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/29/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Social Worker [LCMC] |
| Grade: |
208 |
| Position #: |
002526 |
| Department: |
PUBLIC DEFENDERS OFFICE |
| Salary Range: |
$50,555.58/ YR |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
A Bachelor's degree in social work from a program accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting body for social work programs. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Licensed by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners. Experience preferred. |
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-The Eleventh Circuit Public Defender's Office is seeking applications for a Social Worker position in its Lexington County office. This social worker will be employed in the Lexington County Magistrate's Court.
-The Social Worker will work directly with clients to assess whether they suffer from physical or mental health impairments, drug and alcohol addiction, or whether they have family or other social history patterns that affect their behavior and decision making. The Social Worker will write psychosocial histories to develop recommendations concerning treatment options, alternative placements, pre-trial release, and mitigation in sentencing.
-The County of Lexington offers competitive benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; participation in the state retirement plan; and access to the County Wellness center. The Public Defender's Office follows the County of Lexington's annual leave and vacation policies. This is a full-time position. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/29/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Administrative Assistant I |
| Grade: |
105 |
| Position #: |
0001701 |
| Department: |
CLERK OF COURT |
| Salary Range: |
$16.98/hour |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High school diploma or equivalent. |
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Minimum Qualification -
9-12 months of administrative or clerical experience. |
| Description: |
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This position is with the Family Court Division of the Clerk of Court's Office. We are seeking applications for a customer service position in the department to work the intake window. You will assist the public, attorneys, paralegals, and runners at the window and over the phone with questions regarding Family Court as well as accepting/processing filings to include new cases, motions, and miscellaneous filings; posting payments for filings and court costs. Perform other similar duties as required. Preferred experience with customer service and some familiarity with court/legal environment or processes. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/29/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Library Assistant II - Pelion Branch |
| Grade: |
105 |
| Position #: |
0012470 |
| Department: |
LIBRARY |
| Salary Range: |
$16.98/hour |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Associate's degree. |
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Minimum Qualification -
1-2 years of experience in a library or customer service environment. |
| Description: |
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Schedule includes morning, afternoon, night and weekend hours - 40 hours per week.
Description: Greets and assists customers who enter and/or call the library. Responsible for all aspects of circulation duties at a medium branch library. Provides customer service concerning accounts. Explains policies and procedures regarding holds, overdues, and fines and fees and in reference to customer inquiry as to the status of their account. Performs circulation duties including checking materials in and out, renewing materials, registering customers for library cards, updating customer records, assessing damages to library materials, collecting money for fines, fees, and copier revenue and may prepare and make deposits. Assesses damaged materials and charges accounts. Uses judgement in deciding if justification for waiving fines/fees. Provides one-on-one assistance and instruction regarding library resources and services. Instructs customers in usage of library technology, such as the library catalog, databases, eReader/accessing downloadable titles, and copiers/scanners. Teaches customers to access the internet, use Microsoft software, create job applications and resumes, and utilize their online account including renewing materials and placing items on hold. Refers patrons to other resources when applicable. Troubleshoots computer, eReader, and Wi-Fi access issues. Responsible for explaining the Dewey Decimal System, library layout and location of collections to customers and volunteers. May instruct and delegate duties to volunteers. Provides basic reference services to customers of all ages. Establishes an effective dialogue to discern customer requests then recommends pertinent resources based on the customers’ needs and parameters. Assists the public in identifying and using both print and online resources, including databases and eBooks. Maintains the library’s collections. Runs reports to organize and maintain the collections and to resolve issues of lost items, hold requests, and low circulation. Assists in the collection development process making recommendations of materials to be added to collection. Assesses physical quality of materials and may perform general book repair. Sorts and organizes materials to prepare for shelving. Assesses collections’ order and potential space limitations and shifts materials as needed. Empties book drop as assigned and checks in materials. Sorts items for shelving and routing. Processes periodical subscriptions. Applies labels and shelf locations to all new materials. Promotes library services and programs. Refers customers to programs and print and online calendars and schedules, Explains meeting study room policies and makes reservations for customers. Discerns patron interests and needs and is able to guide them to materials, programs, and services that meet their expectations. Conducts group tours and educates customers concerning a variety of library resources and services. Creates and maintains book displays that promote library materials, programs, and services. Performs a variety of functions daily to keep the library operational. Assists in opening and closing procedures. May change outdoor signage. Assists in general housekeeping and straightening of public areas both inside and out. Assists with set up and break down of meeting rooms and programs. May process returned materials after hours and on Holidays in order to keep workflow up to date. Works in other library departments as needed. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/26/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
C-Fund Project Manager |
| Grade: |
213 |
| Position #: |
0001748 |
| Department: |
PUBLIC WORKS/ADMINISTRATION |
| Salary Range: |
$68,937.64 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Bachelor's degree. |
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Minimum Qualification -
5-7 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. |
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Job Purpose: Completes management and oversight of the Lexington County "C" Fund program. Implements all phases of transportation projects from conception to construction and prepares and maintains the "C" Fund budgets and planning documents. Serves as County representative to consultants, municipalities, SCDOT, contractors, and other agencies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepares bid documents and specifications; conducts pre-bid/pre-construction conferences; evaluates bids for award recommendation; monitors and controls contractor and/or consultant for each project; monitors project tracking of schedule and budget; tracks quantities and approves invoices; coordinates preparation of requisitions, change orders and closeout documents; manages quality of project. Initiates scoping meeting with consultant; monitors design process; receives and reviews survey data, design plans, calculations, and specifications. Monitors and assists staff or consultant with encroachment permitting, environmental permitting with SCDES and/or US Army Corps of Engineers, and right-of-way acquisition. Prepares or reviews engineering estimates, approves engineer invoices. Maintains budget or financial information and accounts throughout the year; monitors revenues and coordinates financial information with SCDOT. Ensures all projects are in compliance with state "C" Fund law; monitors filing to ensure project information is recorded for compliance. Plans and programs projects, their associated funding, and schedules. Provides accurate and timely reporting of project metrics; provides weekly reports to staff, supervisor; assists Director with maintaining status of project lists, priorities, short and long-range plans; prepares reports and gives presentations to senior staff, administration, County Council as requested or as needed; briefs Council on status of program; presents recommendations to Council on behalf of Public Works for consideration. Supervises employees. Responds to citizen inquiries about dirt road petition list, resurfacing requests, and maintenance related issues. Requests, receives, reviews, and recommends municipal projects for "C" funds; assists municipalities with applications and project management. Requests, receives, reviews, and recommends SCDOT enhancement grant matches for "C" funds; assists municipalities with applications and project management; manage County sponsored enhancement grants on behalf of County; coordinates projects with SCDOT. Assists municipalities with identifying and assessing needs for "C" funds. Plans and distributes work to Consultants; tracks expenditures for each consultant to remain in budget. Manages Engineering Consultant Contracts; assists County with "Request For Qualifications" process for interviewing, evaluating, and selecting firms for county wide on-call engineering contract and other individual contracts. Serves on various review panels for County as advisor or voting member. Assists Public Works department with technical/engineering expertise, evaluating project related information, emergency operations during inclement weather and disasters, serving on interview panels for job applicants and selecting candidates, with planning work, establishing objectives, and public relations for department. Performs other similar duties as required. Knowledge: Roadway project general practices; Management practices; Laws and regulations pertaining to state "C" Fund program; Engineering plans; Accounting and financial planning procedures; Economics |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/26/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Animal Control Officer |
| Grade: |
108 |
| Position #: |
057200 |
| Department: |
ANIMAL SERVICES |
| Salary Range: |
$19.44/hour |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
6 months to 1 year of advanced study or training beyond high school equivalency |
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Minimum Qualification -
1-3 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience needed to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. |
| Description: |
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Job Purpose: Enforce county ordinances as they pertain to dogs/cats in the county. To assist the public/public safety with nuisance animals and animal complaints. To prosecute court cases effectively and in a timely manner. To properly assess and place impounded/surrendered animals within the facility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responding to and handling calls for nuisance animals, patrols, and animal complaints. Prosecuting court cases for animal complaints. Euthanizing animals due to behavior issues, space, and/or owner request. Running after hours calls for assistance from public safety and emergency calls. Knowledge: Laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Basic principles and practices of animal control programs. Various breeds of dogs, cats, and other domestic animals. Normal and abnormal animal behavior, and symptoms of animal abuse. Skills: Reading and interpreting various materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job. Preparing written reports and records with accuracy and in a timely manner. Maintaining effective relationships with personnel of other divisions, departments, professionals, and members of the public through contact and cooperation. Reacting calmly and quickly in emergency situations and dealing with sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy; dealing courteously, yet firmly and effectively with the public in enforcement situations. Establishing and maintaining effective relationships as necessitated by work assignments. Planning, organizing, and prioritizing daily assignments and work activities. Working under stressful or dangerous conditions, often involving considerable personal risk or risk to others. Reacting quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Issuing summonses to law violators. 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. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/24/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Appraiser I |
| Grade: |
110 |
| Position #: |
000278 |
| Department: |
ASSESSOR |
| Salary Range: |
$22.27/hour |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
6 months to 1 year of advanced study or training beyond high school equivalency |
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Minimum Qualification -
1 to 3 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. |
| Description: |
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Purpose: Under regular supervision, inspects and appraises the value of land, buildings of all types, structures, and property improvements for ad valorem taxation of purposes based upon the South Carolina State law and accepted methods and procedures for valuation of properties for the Assessor's Department. Work involves collecting, reviewing and analyzing information such as deeds, maps, soil types, subdivision plat, construction costs, market conditions, easements, and other information relating to the value of property; and preparing and presenting all Appeals Board and Administrative Law Judge cases that are necessary. Reports to the Appraiser III. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Conducts on-site inspection of new construction; measures and notes type and quality of construction, roof type, square footage, etc. Conducts on-site inspection of existing properties to determine appreciation or depreciation after remodeling, renovations, rezoning, or changes in other economic indicators. Inspects all property in the field for reassessment: verifies the data for each property; values all land and buildings by using the market and cost approach to value; analyzes sales data; reviews valuations for accuracy. Appraises new subdivision lots and deed splits, examines applications for Agricultural Use and Legal Residence; processes applications; examines South Carolina Codes of Law and South Carolina Codes of Regulations for the purpose of qualifying property. Manages tax appeals; meets with taxpayers for appeal hearings; conducts field inspections of property under appeal. Analyzes Multiple Listing Service data for the purpose of reviewing valuation data. Receives and reviews building permits, building plans, and maps. Conducts mandated reassessments in accordance with the South Carolina Department of Revenue directives. Prepares cases to be heard before the Lexington county Assessment Appeals Board and Administrative Law Judge hearing after exhausting all areas of settlement; prepares the case for the Administrative Law Judge Division if either party contests the Appeals Board's decision; testifies when necessary. Mails assessment notices as required, assists taxpayers in completing tax exemption forms, assists Mapping department in locating lots; makes corrections based on field work. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/14/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Paralegal |
| Grade: |
108 |
| Position #: |
0001487 |
| Department: |
SOLICITOR |
| Salary Range: |
$19.44-$20.61 DOQ |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High school diploma |
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Minimum Qualification -
Valid SC Driver's License |
| Description: |
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Request, receive, review, and process various documents to include investigative reports and criminal records. Prepare case files for assigned solicitors. Assist solicitors during court proceedings, as needed. Perform other duties including, but not limited to, phone duty, preparation of court dockets and other. Perform other duties including, but not limited to, phone duty, preparation of court dockets, and other various administrative duties. Perform other duties as required. Must be or become a Notary Public and be or become NCIC certified. Must have excellent communication, computer knowledge, and typing skills. Preferred experience as a paralegal or in an administrative support position with a Solicitor's Office or law firm. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/13/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Heavy Equipment Operator I |
| Grade: |
105 |
| Position #: |
001192 |
| Department: |
PW/TRANSPORTATION |
| Salary Range: |
$16.98/hour |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High school diploma or equivalent. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Valid SC Driver's License. Must obtain a CDL permit within 6 months of hire. |
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Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled work in operating and maintaining various heavy equipment in the Transportation division of Public Works. May operate heavy equipment such as a grader, roller, backhoe, bush hog, and dump trucks in the fields of paving, drainage, grading, construction, and maintenance of all County roads. Drives various trucks, hauls materials and equipment. Uses tamps, chainsaws, pole saws, concrete mixers, shovels, and additional small equipment. Training will be provided to obtain a CDL Class A License. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/11/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Emergency Medical Technician |
| Grade: |
EM1 |
| Position #: |
001912 |
| Department: |
EMERG. MEDICAL SERVICES |
| Salary Range: |
$20.14-$23.17 DOQ |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High school diploma or equivalent. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Must be SC or National Registry EMT or successfully completed all testing requirements. Must have a valid CPR certification prior to employment. |
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Under general supervision, performs skilled and technical work in the EMS division. Qualified candidate will provide pre-hospital care by treating based on assessment. Monitor BLS patient while en-route to hospital and drive emergency response vehicle in emergency and non-emergency situations for ALS patient. Provide mental and physical support to patients. Assist crew chief as needed. Candidate must exercise tact, courtesy, and firmness in dealing with the patient and the public. Must exercise independent judgement in evaluating and treating victims and in applying short-term relief. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/11/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Shelter Attendant |
| Grade: |
105 |
| Position #: |
00185100 |
| Department: |
ANIMAL SERVICES |
| Salary Range: |
$16.98/hour |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High school diploma or equivalent |
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Minimum Qualification -
Must possess a valid SC Driver's License |
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Clean, scrub and disinfect dog runs and cat cages along using all appropriate cleaning supplies. Provide animals with clean, adequate food/water/bedding. Restock supplies and maintain shelter. Work to ensure the safety and well being of the dogs and cats. Assist the general public on intake of animals, reclaims, adoptions and transfers. Fill out appropriate paperwork and enter information in computer. Answer general to complex questions from citizens. Accept money for reclaims/adoptions. Educate the public on adoption program. Perform euthanasia. For animals in shelter and for the general public. Assist veterinarian with testing and performing spay/neuter surgeries. Including but not limited to pre-op shaving and scrubbing along with monitoring the animals heart rate and oxygen levels while under anesthesia. Administer vaccines, dewormer and flea medication along with daily medications for injured/sick animals. Monitor all animals health and alert veterinarian with any concerns. Fill out all appropriate paperwork (shot records, adoption packets, injury reports). Perform daily pen counts, euthanasia log and rescue group picture list. Answer telephone calls, monitor officers over two-way radio, dispatch calls and enter and search files in computer. Contact local rescue organizations, receive/send emails. Work in educating the public. Perform light housekeeping duties in office. File paperwork. Assist coworkers in every area of shelter and office. Perform basic grooming for adoption animals. Coordinate and work with local rescue organizations. Assist in taking pictures of animals in shelter. Evaluate animals behavior and learn the needs of potential adopters to find best match. Accept and organize donated items. Determine methods to increase adoption. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/10/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Senior Administrative Assistant |
| Grade: |
108 |
| Position #: |
01535 |
| Department: |
EMERGENCY PREPARENESS |
| Salary Range: |
$19.44/hour |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Associate's Degree |
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Minimum Qualification -
2 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job |
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Duties: Schedules meetings and use of EOC facility; manages the Director of Public Safety schedule; anticipates and prevents potential scheduling conflicts; processes of personnel and administrative actions for EMS, Fire, 911 Communications, and Emergency Management. Coordination and planning of large-scale community outreach and public education events for the Department of Public Safety to benefit the citizens of our county. Prepares of correspondence and tracks and modifies departmental policies. Creates and updates policies and procedures to accomplish tasks, analyze issues and problems, and recommend and implement solutions and/or new policies. Processes budgetary actions for EMS, Fire, 911 Communications, and Emergency Management, and monitors budgetary accounts. Prepares annual budget requests, purchase requisitions, central store requisitions, administrative budgetary transfers, and trip requests. Collects data and information to assist with the completion of reports and special projects. Prepares reports and supplemental data on account balances. Coordinates with vendors for the purchase of equipment and operating supplies. Provides Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Support. Manages and issues badges and equipment to visitors to the facility. Monitors visitor log to ensure facility remains secure. Conducts inventories of equipment that is used by EOC visitors and personnel. Functions as a member of the situation unit, to monitor document activities in WebEOC as needed. Attends various meetings, prepares agenda, and documents minutes. Performs other similar duties as required. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/10/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Chief Financial Officer |
| Grade: |
221 |
| Position #: |
00012 |
| Department: |
FINANCE |
| Salary Range: |
$117,341.19-$134,942.37 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Bachelor's degree, with 7 to 9 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Administrative practices;
Written and verbal communication via in-person, phone and email contact;
Customer service;
Organization and time-management practices to accomplish tasks in a timely manner;
Detailed oriented;
Multi-tasking such as handling multiple calls at one time;
Analytical thinking;
Budgeting procedures;
Public speaking;
Clerical and bookkeeping procedures. |
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Provides both operational and programmatic support to the organization. Supervises the finance unit and is the chief financial spokesperson for the organization. Reports directly to the County Administrator on all financial matters. Helps with strategic and tactical matters as they relate to budget, cost benefit analysis, and forecasting of revenues.
Overseas and supervises a department of nine financial staff members.
Maintains the central accounting and financial system in accordance to accepted governmental accounting principles.
Directs the disbursements of payroll and accounts payable and all the necessary in the maintenance and control of expenditures.
Advises County Administrator and Department Heads with matters that pertain to accounting, budgeting, auditing and a long-range planning.
Reviews budget requests and budget amendments.
Reviews and evaluates overall financial condition and keep County Administrator up to date.
Attend all County Council meetings, committee meetings to advise with financial matters.
Generate Financial Statements as required.
Reviews account for payable disbursements.
Reviews payroll.
Processes various financial reports as needed.
Reviews monthly cash flow statement.
Reviews of weekly or monthly FILOT reports.
Reviews of the financial system daily.
Reviews estimated revenues and expenditures to budget - annual w/periodic review.
Reviews new GASB requirements and implementation.
Advises County Administrator and Department Head with matters that pertain to accounting, budgeting, auditing and a long-range planning.
Oversee the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).
Prepares and/or generates information together for the annual budget process.
Prepares EDP general ledger and accounts, revenue estimates, and G.O. Bond official statements.
Reviews and evaluates overall financial condition and keep County Administrator up to date. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/10/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Historical Interpreter - Part Time |
| Grade: |
104 |
| Position #: |
0009920 |
| Department: |
MUSEUM |
| Salary Range: |
$16.98/hour |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High school diploma or equivalent. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Valid SC Driver's license. |
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The historical interpreter supervises and leads our educational programs for school groups and also gives tours of our historical structures to visitors. Some light cleaning is required. Applicants must have a clear speaking voice and be able to memorize, understand, and teach sometimes complicated historical information. Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather. Applicant must be willing to wear museum-provided period clothing. Must be able to work at least one weekend per month, lift up to forty pounds, walk up and down stairs, and work with lunch hours that vary. Preferred experience with children, museum experience, knowledge or pursuit of traditional crafts, and public speaking. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/09/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Road Maintenance Supervisor |
| Grade: |
112 |
| Position #: |
000926 |
| Department: |
PW/TRANSPORTATION |
| Salary Range: |
$25.52/hour |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High school diploma or equivalent. |
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Minimum Qualification -
7 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience needed to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Must possess a valid SC CDL Class A |
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Serves as foreman for Public Works maintenance crew. Supervises activities including grading, paving, ditching, pipe and drainage structure installation. Assists with road building and paving, dirt road maintenance, drainage maintenance, and other repairs. Speaks with the public regarding road and drainage conditions. Assists SCDOT with maintaining the safety of all primary and secondary roads in Lexington County during inclement weather. Is subject to be on call at all times in non-emergency situations. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/09/2026 |
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| Position Title: |
Senior Administrative Assistant |
| Grade: |
108 |
| Position #: |
00024310 |
| Department: |
HUMAN RESOURCES |
| Salary Range: |
$19.44-$21.00 DOQ |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High school diploma or equivalent. |
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Minimum Qualification -
3-5 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. |
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Purpose: Able to perform various administrative duties in a confidential manner specific to Human Resources and Risk Management such as: reception, clerical duties, customer service, recordkeeping. Provides professional customer service, has organizational skills, utilizes problem solving skills and communicates effectively with employees, department heads and citizens. Main functions include processing new hires and general administrative duties. Performs various special projects and duties as assigned. Description: Prepares various correspondence and administrative functions for the department including but not limited to memorandums, letters, reports, and forms. Answers the telephone; screens callers; provides information as requested or forwards calls to appropriate staff person; takes messages as necessary; greets and assists office visitors; assists in Information Booth as needed. Prepares new hire paperwork, generates offer letters, and meets with new hires to complete pre-employment paperwork. Conducts background checks on new hires for criminal background, requests driver’s license checks, and directs candidates to the drug testing facility. Coordinates employee ID badge photos; ensures ID badges are accurate and photos are up to date regularly. Assists with budget preparations and monitors accounts; prepares internal documents for procurement purposes; orders supplies for department. Operates a variety of equipment such as copier, telephone, fax machine, calculator, computer and printer. Places and follows up on maintenance problems in department. Coordinates meetings and meeting space; prepares meeting agendas; types and copies for all background material related to items on the agenda; attends meetings; takes and transcribes minutes; distributes minutes. Performs general administrative duties as required, including typing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, proof reading, ordering supplies, copying and filing documents, sending and receiving faxes, mailings, answering the telephone, establishing and maintaining filing systems. Assists with special projects and other duties as assigned; assists in maintaining file room as needed. |
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| Application Deadline: |
04/09/2026 |
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For more information call (803) 785-8225
or apply at:
SC-WORKS
671 Main Street
South Congaree, SC 29170
(4 miles South of the Airport on Edmund Highway)
Phone: (803) 359-6131
Fax: (803) 356-5839
Or
South Carolina Dept. Of Employment and Workforce
(online access to apply online available at office)
Hours of Operation: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
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