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COUNTY OF LEXINGTON - EXTERNAL HUMAN RESOURCES BULLETIN

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.

Date of Bulletin: 06/02/2026


Position Title: Attorney I [LCMC]
Grade: 213
Position #: 002525
Department: PUBLIC DEFENDERS OFFICE
Salary Range: $68,937.64-$74,452.66 DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
  Minimum Qualification - Member of the South Carolina Bar in good standing
Description:
  *Will accept applications from candidates in their last year of law school who intend to take the bar exam following education
Description: The Eleventh Circuit Public Defender's Office is seeking applications for Attorney I positions. Applicants 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.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2026


Position Title: Shelter Attendant
Grade: 105
Position #: 00000578
Department: ANIMAL SERVICES
Salary Range: $16.98/hour
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High school diploma or equivalent.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's License
Description:
  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.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2026


Position Title: Deputy Public Defender
Grade: 219
Position #: 024570
Department: PUBLIC DEFENDERS OFFICE
Salary Range: $103,456.91 - 111,733.47/ YR DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
  Minimum Qualification - Member of the South Carolina Bar in good standing. Must have completed all Rule 403 requirements.
Description:
  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.
Application Deadline: 12/30/2026


Position Title: Social Worker [LCMC]
Grade: 208
Position #: 002526
Department: PUBLIC DEFENDERS OFFICE
Salary Range: $50,555.58/ YR
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - A Bachelor's degree in social work from a program accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting body for social work programs.
  Minimum Qualification - Licensed by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners. Experience preferred.
Description:
  -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.
Application Deadline: 12/30/2026


Position Title: Part Time Recycling Collector
Grade: 104
Position #: 0013430
Department: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
Salary Range: $16.98/hour
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High school diploma or equivalent.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's License.
Description:
  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.
Application Deadline: 07/01/2026


Position Title: School Crossing Guard - Part Time
Grade: 101
Position #: 0002072
Department: SHERIFF
Salary Range: $15.20/HR
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High School diploma or equivalent with no experience required, and must have a valid SC Drivers License.
  Minimum Qualification - No experience required. Training will be provided by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department Traffic Division.
Description:
  This is a part time position generally working 10 hours per week (typically 20 hours bi weekly pay period). The essential duties and responsibilities of this job is to assist children crossing roadways in designated areas assigned by the school district and coordinating the traffic flow in or out of the schools as needed.

Good communication skills needed, especially with children, polite demeanor to interact with children and parents. Awareness to perceive dangers to children.
Application Deadline: 07/01/2026


Position Title: Firefighter (Experienced)
Grade: F2
Position #: 0000583
Department: FIRE SERVICES
Salary Range: $45,255.21
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High school diploma or equivalent.
  Minimum Qualification - IFSAC or Pro-Board NFPA Firefighter II Certification, Valid SC Class E Driver's License
Description:
  Credentialed Firefighter Candidates must possess the following certification prior to applying and must submit the other requested items:

· IFSAC or Pro-Board NFPA Firefighter II Certification

· Copy of full transcript and copies of all certificates pertaining to this posting

· Resume with three (3) professional references detailing work experience

· Valid SC Class E Driver’s License or CDL with tanker endorsement

Qualified applicants will be required to successfully complete the following prior to employment offer:

· Candidate Pre-hire Physical Agility Test

· Oral interview board

· Medical Physical and Department Vo2 physical, minimum of 30 (condition of employment)

To maintain employment candidate must be able to obtain all classes within the timeframe mentioned below:

· Must be able to obtain National Registry Emergency Medical Technician and South Carolina DPH Credential within 1 year of date of hire. Must be able to obtain Lexington County Emergency Medical Service Standing Orders Credentialing within 18 months from date of hire.

· Driver Operator credentials (SCFA 1271, 1272, and 1275; along with LCFS Engine and Ladder Academies) within two years after the completion of National Registry Emergency Medical Technician certification.

Maintain highest level of ethical conduct and professionalism. Under general supervision respond to fire, medical, and other calls for service. 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, EMS, and rescue related activities. Works under stressful, high-risk conditions. Qualified applicants must have a high school diploma or GED.

Salary will be based on experience and qualifications.

All candidates will be contacted via e-mail for processing. Ensure there is a valid e-mail address on your application profile.
Application Deadline: 07/01/2026


Position Title: Fire Engineer (Experienced)
Grade: F3
Position #: 002505
Department: FIRE SERVICES
Salary Range: $48,438.39
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High school diploma or equivalent.
  Minimum Qualification - IFSAC or Pro-Board NFPA Firefighter II Certification, IFSAC or Pro-Board Emergency Vehicle Driver Training, IFSAC or Pro-Board Driver/Operator Pumper (Pump Ops 1), IFSAC or Pro-Board Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply (Pump Ops 2), IFSAC or Pro-Board Driver/Operator Aerial
Description:
  Credentialed Engineer Candidates must possess the following certification prior to applying and must submit the other requested items:

· IFSAC or Pro-Board NFPA Firefighter II Certification

· IFSAC or Pro-Board Emergency Vehicle Driver Training

· IFSAC or Pro-Board Driver/Operator Pumper (Pump Ops 1)

· IFSAC or Pro-Board Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply (Pump Ops 2)

· IFSAC or Pro-Board Driver/Operator Aerial

· Copy of full transcript and copies of all certificates pertaining to this posting

· Resume with three (3) professional references detailing work experience

· Valid SC Class E Driver’s License or CDL with tanker endorsement

Qualified applicants will be required to successfully complete the following prior to employment offer:

· Candidate Pre-hire Physical Agility Test

· Oral interview board

· Medical Physical and Department Vo2 physical, minimum of 30 (condition of employment)

To maintain employment candidate must be able to obtain all classes within the timeframe mentioned below:

· Must be able to obtain National Registry Emergency Medical Technician and South Carolina DPH Credential within 1 year of date of hire. Must be able to obtain Lexington County Emergency Medical Service Standing Orders Credentialing within 18 months from date of hire.

Maintain highest level of ethical conduct and professionalism. Under general supervision respond to fire, medical, and other calls for service. 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, EMS, and rescue related activities. Works under stressful, high-risk conditions. Qualified applicants must have a high school diploma or GED.

Salary will be based on experience and qualifications.

All candidates will be contacted via e-mail for processing. Ensure there is a valid e-mail address on your application profile.
Application Deadline: 07/01/2026


Position Title: Station Attendant - Part Time
Grade: 101
Position #: 01932
Department: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
Salary Range: $16.98-$19.53
   
Minimum Requirements:
  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.
  Minimum Qualification - No experience required.
Description:
  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.
Application Deadline: 06/30/2026


Position Title: Heavy Equipment Operator III
Grade: 108
Position #: 002640
Department: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
Salary Range: $19.44/hour
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High school diploma or equivalent.
  Minimum Qualification - 2 years of experience and training in heavy motorized equipment operation and maintenance. SC CDL License required within 6 months of employment.
Description:
  Performs skilled work in the Landfill/Transfer Station Division of the Solid Waste Management Department. Work involves operating heavy equipment in the disposal of solid waste, including pushing, piling, spreading, compacting, or loading waste material. Work includes operation of heavy equipment to move and place earth, maintain slopes, silt basins, and cut grass. Clean and maintain equipment. Operates front-end loaders, dozers, waste compactors, graders, backhoes, excavators, off-road dump trucks, and other pieces of equipment. Perform maintenance and complete daily paperwork. Must have experience in the operation of heavy motorized equipment. Preferred experience with heavy motorized equipment in the landfill and/or transfer station operations. Applicant to provide experience on specific equipment operated.
Application Deadline: 06/26/2026


Position Title: Engineering Associate I
Grade: 110
Position #: 00000185
Department: PUBLIC WORKS/ADMINISTRATION
Salary Range: $22.27/hour
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
  Minimum Qualification - 1 year of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Description:
  Under general supervision, performs office and field tasks that relate to the functions of Public Works. Works directly with Engineering staff and other departments in managing roadway database and addressing citizen concerns. Reviews submittals for traffic requests, encroachments, subdivisions, etc. Familiar with civil engineering applications, mathematics, and office computer software such as MS Outlook, Word, and Excel. Emphasis on subdivision plan review for proposed infrastructure including roadway and storm water systems. Will develop a working knowledge of tax map system, planning and development guidelines, deeds, plats, engineering and surveying practices, SCDOT standards, Lexington County roadway inventory, GIS, County website, Bluebeam PDF software, etc. Work to become proficient with Public Works infrastructure design requirements for roads in proposed subdivisions. Prefer 2 years of experience in road and storm drainage construction, civil engineering design, or related field.
Application Deadline: 06/17/2026


Position Title: Development Inspector
Grade: 109
Position #: 021930
Department: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Salary Range: $20.81-$22.48 DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - Associates Degree in a related field or high school diploma and 2 years of advanced study or training beyond including 1 year experience.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's license; 1 year of experience
Description:
  Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Inspects developments, properties, and/or activities for compliance with applicable development ordinances. Ensures new or expanding developments are compliant with applicable zoning and landscape design standards prior to final project approval. Monitors developments, properties, and/or activities for compliance. Serves as the initial staff contact for complaints relating to property maintenance, vegetation removal, compliance measures, and performance standards. Assist with initial development site inspections, routine compliance inspections, and final inspections to ensure compliance with applicable development ordinances are met for new, expanding, and/or converted land use activities. Assist with field documentation and data collection for presentations, hearings, and other meetings. Assist the Sheriff’s Department Code Enforcement Division with research, inspections, and/or testimony for non-compliant developments, properties, and/or activities. Composes reports of each inspection; notes development 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 reports and written correspondence, daily driving log, project status reports. Processes technical documents. Assists with routine plan development site plan, sign, landscape, and subdivision review and approval; issues development permits; approves plats; and assists with daily functions of the Development Services Division as needed. Researches and studies permit files and development related ordinances. Performs other similar duties as required.
Application Deadline: 06/15/2026


Position Title: Livestock/Poultry Investigator
Grade: 110
Position #: 00002370
Department: ANIMAL SERVICES
Salary Range: $22.27/hour
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High School diploma or equivalent.
  Minimum Qualification - One year experience required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Description:
  Job Purpose: Responds to and investigates various complaints regarding livestock and poultry within Lexington County; captures and transports animals as necessary. Enforces County ordinance and South Carolina law as they pertain to livestock, poultry, dogs and cats. Assists the public and Public Safety with nuisance animals and animal complaints. Prosecutes court cases effectively and in a timely manner. Properly assess and place impounded/surrendered animals within the facility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Investigations involving livestock/poultry. Prosecuting Court Cases for animal complaints. Euthanizing animals due to behavior issues, space &/or owner request. Running after hours calls for assistance from public safety and emergency calls. Placing and monitoring traps for evasive dogs/cats. Assess and place animals within the facility. Supplemental Functions: Performs other similar duties as required.
Application Deadline: 06/12/2026


Position Title: Senior Administrative Assistant
Grade: 108
Position #: 00024310
Department: HUMAN RESOURCES
Salary Range: $19.44-$21.00 DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High school diploma or equivalent.
  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.
Description:
  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.
Application Deadline: 06/09/2026


Position Title: Maintenance Assistant III
Grade: 109
Position #: 0002197
Department: BUILDING SERVICES
Salary Range: $20.81-$22.27 DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High school diploma or equivalent.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's license. 5-7 years of experience in facilities maintenance.
Description:
  Performs general facility maintenance and repair tasks in commercial facilities with part-time locksmithing, door hardware installation, and repair to include: mag lock systems, panic bars, and associated security hardware. General maintenance with locksmithing duties. Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and associated building systems required. Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and complete preventive maintenance tasks. Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills. Ability to work independently and respond to maintenance requests efficiently. Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment/materials as required.
Application Deadline: 06/04/2026


Position Title: Administrative Assistant III
Grade: 107
Position #: 0001849
Department: BUILDING SERVICES
Salary Range: $18.17-$19.45 DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High school diploma or equivalent.
  Minimum Qualification - 1-3 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Description:
  Provides administrative and clerical support by answering phones, scheduling appointments, responding to emails, and assisting with coordinating maintenance services. Creates and manages work orders, purchase orders, invoices, and departmental records using SharePoint, BOSS, Banner, as well as other systems. Assists with budgeting, report preparation, and maintaining accurate documentation to support daily departmental operations. Performs other similar duties as required. Experience in office procedures, bookkeeping, recordkeeping, customer service, cloud based storage and CMMS software. Strong communication, organizational, and accounting skills required.
Application Deadline: 06/04/2026


Position Title: Case Manager I
Grade: 111
Position #: 001668
Department: PUBLIC DEFENDERS OFFICE
Salary Range: $23.84-$25.51 DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High school diploma or equivalent. Associate's degree or higher in a related field of study preferred.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's license. Paralegal certificate preferred.
Description:
  The Eleventh Circuit Public Defender's Office is seeking applications for a Case Manager I position. The paralegal will perform legal research and clerical duties for attorneys. The paralegal's duties will include interviewing new clients, drafting and filing motions and orders, preparing correspondence, making telephone calls, scheduling appointments, maintaining client files, downloading and storing digital discovery materials, and assisting attorneys during court hearings and trials. The County of Lexington offers competitive benefits, including health, vision, and dental 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.
Application Deadline: 06/03/2026


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