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:
08/21/2025
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| Position Title: |
Existing Business & Industry Manager |
| Grade: |
208 |
| Position #: |
0002412 |
| Department: |
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT |
| Salary Range: |
$50,555.58/Annually |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
A Bachelor’s Degree from and accredited college or university. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Valid SC Driver's License |
| Description: |
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Job Purpose: This position serves as the primary point of contact between the Economic Development Department and existing private sector business and industrial firms located in the Lexington County. This position implements programs and services that have a direct impact on the retention and expansion of existing employers in the County and ensures that existing employers are aware of programs and services available through educational partners and technical assistance providers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
•Oversees the Economic Development Department’s existing business and industry retention and expansion efforts
•Creates and maintains electronic and hard copy databases on existing employers in the County to include key executives, product/service offerings, employment levels, physical plant parameters, key suppliers, key end customers and other related data
•Conducts face-to-face interviews with key executive(s) of Lexington County’s major employers at least once every 12 months and the medium-sized firms once every 18-24 months. Coordinates with Economic Development Director and Manager, regional and state allies on these visits as appropriate. Compiles reports on the findings from each interview and produces periodic summary reports of all visits
•Plans and delivers formal seminars, information sharing events and other outreach programs aimed at the industrial audience in Lexington County
•Oversees the County’s annual business, industry and ally appreciation golf tournament
•Represents Lexington County in the planning and implementation for the annual B2B Supplier Event hosted by Lexington County Economic Development and Richland County Economic Development
•Assists in the planning and implementation of existing business and industry recognition/appreciation events
•Collects, maintains and disseminates data and information on the conduct of business in Lexington County and the State of South Carolina on a broad range of subject areas, included but not limited to economic development incentives, state and local tax policies, workforce availability, prevailing wages and fringe benefits, demographic and socio-economic data, commuting patterns, etc.
Minimum Requirements: A Bachelor’s Degree from and accredited college or university in the field of marketing, finance, business administration, geography, economics or a related discipline. Three (3) to five (5) years of direct experience in economic development at the local, state or regional level in the public, quasi-public or private sector. A combination of formal education and direct experience may be substituted for the above minimums. |
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| Application Deadline: |
12/31/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Attorney III |
| Grade: |
218 |
| Position #: |
002613 |
| Department: |
PUBLIC DEFENDERS OFFICE |
| Salary Range: |
$96,689.03-$104,424.16 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.
Valid SC Driver's License |
| Description: |
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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. |
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| Application Deadline: |
10/31/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Deputy Public Defender - Multiple Positions |
| 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: |
10/31/2025 |
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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. |
| Description: |
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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: |
10/31/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Attorney III [LCMC] |
| Grade: |
218 |
| Position #: |
002523 |
| Department: |
PUBLIC DEFENDERS OFFICE |
| Salary Range: |
$96,689.03-$104,424.16 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 an Attorney III position in its Lexington County office. This lawyer will work in the Lexington County Magistrate's Court. This lawyer will represent clients and will supervise the less experienced lawyers of the public defender's office who handle magistrate's court cases.
-Applicant must have experience trying criminal cases. Supervisory experience is preferred. 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 evident, 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 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: |
10/31/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Litter Collector |
| Grade: |
101 |
| Position #: |
0002423 |
| 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. |
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Minimum Qualification -
No experiencer required. |
| Description: |
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Walk along roadside picking up litter and trash; load/unload trash and other materials for proper disposal; operate equipment to include: forklift, tommy lift gates, waste compactors and tow trailers; process daily work sheets as required and adhere to all County and department safety regulations.
Assist with special events; separate recycling materials from trash; work outside in all weather conditions. |
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| Application Deadline: |
10/31/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Heavy Equipment Operator II |
| Grade: |
107 |
| Position #: |
0002536 |
| Department: |
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT |
| Salary Range: |
$18.17 - $20.90 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Valid SC Drivers License.
Heavy equipment training in operation and maintenance; one year experience operating heavy motorized equipment. boom truck experience is preferred. |
| Description: |
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Walk along roadside picking up litter and trash; load/unload trash and other materials for proper disposal; operate equipment to include: forklift, tommy life gates, waste compactors and tow trailers; process daily work sheets as required and adhere to all County and department safety regulations. Operate the department's boom truck on an as needed basis to collect bulk litter and other special collections.
-Cleans and maintains equipment and facilities. Operates boom truck. Occasionally operate lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and blowers. |
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| Application Deadline: |
10/31/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Heavy Equipment Operator III |
| Grade: |
108 |
| Position #: |
037100 |
| Department: |
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT |
| Salary Range: |
$19.44-$22.36 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High School Diploma or equivalent, plus 2 years experience and training in heavy motorized equipment operation and maintenance. SC CDL required within 6 months of employement. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Experience in the operation of heavy motorized equipment in the landfill and transfer station operations. |
| Description: |
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Performs skilled work in the Landfill/Transfer Station Div. 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 & 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 paper work. |
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| Application Deadline: |
10/31/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Litter Collection Crew Chief |
| Grade: |
103 |
| Position #: |
124200 |
| 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 |
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Minimum Qualification -
Supervisor experience preferred. |
| Description: |
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Manages the day-to-day operations of Litter Collection Crew to include training of personnel; prepare daily work schedules; identify equipment needs; schedule and assist with equipment repairs, and adhere to all County and department safety regulations. Walk along roadside picking up litter, trash and other materials to include TV's, mattresses, furniture, tires, etc. Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Complete daily work sheets, assist with special events, educate citizens on proper disposal of waste and operate equipment to include forklift, tommy lift gates, waste compactors and tow trailers. |
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| Application Deadline: |
10/30/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Heavy Equipment Operator I |
| Grade: |
105 |
| Position #: |
00912 |
| Department: |
PUBLIC WORKS/ADMINISTRATION |
| Salary Range: |
$16.98-$19.53 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High School diploma or equivalent. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Must have a valid SC Drivers License. Will be provided with training to obtain CDL-A license. Must obtain within 6 months of hire date. |
| Description: |
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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 various heavy equipment, such as the grader, roller, backhoe, bush hog, and dump trucks in the fields of paving, drainage, grading, construction, and maintaining all County Roads.
Drives Various trucks, hauls materials and equipment. Uses tamps, chainsaws, pole saws, concrete mixers, shovels, and additional small equipment. |
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| Application Deadline: |
09/05/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Senior Administrative Assistant - Human Resources |
| Grade: |
108 |
| Position #: |
134200 |
| Department: |
HUMAN RESOURCES |
| Salary Range: |
$19.44 - $21.00 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High School diploma or equivalent, with 3 to 5 years of experience required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. |
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Minimum Qualification -
3 to 5 years of experience required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. |
| Description: |
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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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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.
? Processes job posting forms; posts vacant positions on County webpage and Indeed.
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 need.
Supplemental Functions:
Performs other similar duties as required.
Job Specifications and Qualifications:
Knowledge:
Various computer programs for various departments;
Computer operating systems hardware;
Administrative procedures;
Clerical procedures;
Recordkeeping procedures;
Bookkeeping procedures;
Accounting.
Skills:
Written and verbal communication via in-person, phone or email contact;
Customer service in dealing with the public with various issues pertaining to department;
Minute taking to record meetings;
Generating, updating and editing various reports for the department;
Budgeting practices used for department projects.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Positions in this class typically require fingering, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions. |
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| Application Deadline: |
09/05/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Risk Manager |
| Grade: |
213 |
| Position #: |
00062 |
| Department: |
RISK MANAGEMENT |
| Salary Range: |
$68,937.64-$79,278.29 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Bachelor's degree, with 3 to 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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Minimum Qualification -
Valid Driver’s License; OSHA 30 certification preferred. |
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Performs specialized safety, training, human resources, and related duties in the Risk Management Division of the County Human Resources Department. Manages the County’s Occupational Safety Program and works directly with County Elected Officials, Directors, and Front-line Supervisors. Investigates accidents that occur in the workplace to determine cause and prevention techniques. Researches, develops, and implements accident prevention techniques and policies. Manages Building, Property and Fleet Liability by assessing and reporting insurance claims. Recovers monies owed to the County due to non-fault accidents. Maintains statistics related to the County’s safety program including expenditures. Develops, conducts and coordinates safety and development training for County employees.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Establishes and maintains a safe workplace for all County employees through routine inspections and training; assumes responsibility for assigned initiatives and activities of the Risk Management Division including occupational safety, loss control, OSHA compliance, and DOT compliance.
Administers loss prevention programs; manages the County’s accident investigation process to determine root cause and prevention techniques; addresses problem areas for workers’ compensation, property, and tort liability.
Conducts training sessions covering specified occupational safety initiatives for newly hired employees; oversees training programs to minimize losses resulting from accidents, natural causes, regulatory non-compliance, workplace violence and other related issues; researches, plans, organizes, and proofs training materials.
Manages the County’s Alcohol and Drug Testing Program to include all new hire testing and random testing for Department of Transportation (DOT) and safety sensitive positions; notifies Chief Human Resources Officer when employees test positive for drugs and/or alcohol; reports concerns of drug or alcohol use by County employees; administers the County’s driver history screening program.
Coordinates with the third party administrator to select the initial treating physician for workers’ compensation claims; guides the employee through return to work light duty initiatives; monitors each injured employee’s medical treatment; assists adjuster/attorney in gaining information and interviewing employee and witnesses; completes necessary wage chart in cases with lost time wages; assists in reimbursing employees’ leave balances for workers’ compensation; attends workers’ compensation hearings as County representative; communicates with employee, adjuster and provider with regards to employee’s restrictions and accommodations; informs Chief Human Resources Officer regarding problematic claims.
Maintains OSHA inspection records, prepares yearly OSHA log and related reports; maintains records of employee injuries and assists departments with return-to-work issues; sets standards for on-the-job injury reporting; notifies the injured employee in order to counsel them regarding their benefits and other rights.
Provides input for coverage levels for the County’s property and casualty insurance concerns to Chief Human Resources Officer.
Investigates all vehicle accident claims; maintains files and processes claims for recovery; communicates and corresponds with insurance companies to retrieve monies owed to the County; provides input to ensure the necessary insurance budget requirements and cost allocations are appropriate.
Supplemental Functions:
Performs other similar duties as required.
Job Specifications and Qualifications:
Knowledge:
Thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies in the Risk Management Division of the Human Resources Department;
Federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing risk management administration;
Policies, procedures, methods and practices of the administration of safety programs and accident prevention;
Policies, procedures, methods, and practices of various forms of drug/alcohol testing, worker's compensation, and safety regulations;
Federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing safety administration including OSHA;
Current literature, trends, and developments in the field of County safety and training.
Skills:
Management and safety practices for personnel and staff;
Written and verbal communication via in-person, phone and email contact;
Organization and supervision of personnel;
Implementation of policies and procedures;
Preparation of personnel documents;
Operation of office equipment. |
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| Application Deadline: |
09/05/2025 |
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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: |
08/31/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Senior Deputy Director |
| Grade: |
216 |
| Position #: |
0066200 |
| Department: |
LIBRARY |
| Salary Range: |
$84,451.13-$97,118.80 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Masters in Library and Information Science from an ALA Accredited school and 7 to 9 years of progressively responsible experience. |
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Minimum Qualification -
South Carolina State Library Professional Certificate. Valid SC Drivers License. |
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Oversees operations of the Lexington County Public Library System including facilities, staffing, and services. Manages or assists in managing personnel matters for the library, including hiring, developing, and disciplining staff. Takes lead role in Strategic Planning and policy development and implementation. Assists in the planning and management of the annual budget, including grants. Advocates for the library system. Acts as the Library Director in their absence.
Manages the Library System’s daily operations, including facilities (10 branches and 2 mobile libraries), and patron Code of Conduct. Coordinates and communicates with County departments, vendors, and contractors regarding facility maintenance, renovations, and landscaping. Provides guidance to branch librarians and staff regarding safety and security, including the Code of Conduct and leads them through the Progressive Disciplinary Policy process to determine appropriate course of action. Handles inquiries related to Code of Conduct, safety concerns, and facility needs.
Manages or assists in managing personnel matters for the library (150 staff) according to County policy and guidelines. Serves as hiring manager for the library. Coaches and guides management team in personnel matters. Supervises the staff evaluation process for the library system. Acts on staff developmental needs; recommends training, counseling, and contributes to personnel decisions. Communicates FMLA and Workers Compensation to County HR and staff regarding the status. Oversees timecard submissions for the Library. Evaluates staffing levels. Monitors cost center budgets for staffing and ensures branches are staffed by coordinating long term substitutes for the system.
Has a significant leadership role in long range planning for the Library System. Communicates mission and strategic emphasis with library leadership to achieve goals. Evaluates facilities, services, collections and staffing needs. Guides the library leadership team in updating and interpreting library system policies and procedures. Assists in developing goals and objectives and related performance measurements for current and future services, collection, and staffing. Utilizes information, surveys, and reports to forecast changes in and improve services, programs, and staffing.
Leads new or special projects and services for the Library System. Develops and communicates related action plans and forecasts outcomes to the Library Leadership Team.
Mentors, coaches, and guides Library Leadership Team. Leads internal communication including, monthly manager meetings; communicates System goals and new initiatives. Provides appropriate levels of guidance, instruction, and feedback to staff to evaluate and improve services, resources, programs, and staffing.
Advises Staff Development Program and supervises assigned staff. Foresees and plans new training initiatives. Develops and manages the Succession Development Plan for the library system, including establishing Individual Development Plans (IDP) and formal mentor/mentee relationships. Addresses staff development and training needs; creates or assists in creating IDPs to help staff improve knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Represents the library in Procurement process for contracted services and new projects, including renovations. Serves as point of contact for assigned county contracts of vendors, including security and lawn maintenance. Evaluates these services and recommends changes and improvements.
Assists in financial operations. Takes a lead role in planning optimal use of local, state, escrow and federal funds. Reviews trends and recommends thresholds for staffing, library collections, services/programs, technology, and equipment. Assists in planning for related capital purchases. Monitors library generated revenues and expenditures regarding programs, collections and personnel in ten cost centers/branches. Manages and coordinates assigned grant applications and projects.
Advocates for the Library System on multiple levels. Promotes library services to community and businesses and identifies and develops partnerships. Leads assigned initiatives for the Library System. Develops and communicates related action plans and forecasts outcomes to the Library Leadership Team. Attends and represents the Library at community, County, and State meetings.
Experience leading new projects.
Effective performance management. |
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| Application Deadline: |
08/31/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Planning and GIS Mapping Tech I |
| Grade: |
109 |
| Position #: |
00198 |
| Department: |
PLANNING AND GIS |
| Salary Range: |
$20.81 - $23.94 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Associate's Degree in GIS, geography, computer science, or other related field, with at least 6 months 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 -
Valid Driver’s License;
Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) Certification preferred or encouraged within 5 years of employment. |
| Description: |
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To maintain, update, quality control, query, and analyze geospatial data, including addresses, roads, and other layers in a Geographic Information System (GIS) in order to disseminate information to the public, businesses, other departments, government agencies, and others about the spatial relationships of features in Lexington County for the purpose of making decisions about current and future project development. Create and maintain digital map products. Assign NG911 addresses in the unincorporated areas of Lexington County, and collaborate with local municipalities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To assign E911 addresses in the unincorporated areas of Lexington County and enter this information into a GIS feature class so that it can be delivered to E911 communications, as well as searched, viewed, and mapped by staff and others, including the public. This also involves the creation and editing of the road centerline layer used for E911 dispatch and routing.
Analysis of existing geospatial data including addresses, roads, and other residential and nonresidential development data, etc, for the purpose of quality control. In addition, quality control of data associated with individual projects as they occur, such as hydro data, contours, solid waste customer data, fire and sheriff department data, municipal data, etc.
Edit existing address geodatabase utilizing The Lexington County Addresser application and ArcGIS Desktop software. Conducts research on address history in order to improve the accuracy of address data. Create, modify, maintain, edit, print and distribute various map products, and other information as requested.
Individual weekly project based work. These can include short-term projects such as preparing data for another agency, a map book or maps for another department or government agency, or creating data to be used to make decisions by the Planning Commission, Zoning, or County Council. These projects can also be long-term projects that involve multiple agencies, varying datasets, and many decisions that re-occur over time. These projects may be repeated on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis.
Work with and analyze Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) mapping. This includes the mapping and creation of LiDAR products, such as digital elevation models, digital surface models, digital terrain models, elevation contours, and hillshades. Combine LiDAR elevation data with 2D GIS layers, such as building footprints to creat new 3D products.Train County employees and the general public on the uses of numerous Lexington County web mapping applications, such as the County’s most current primary public facing GIS Mapping Application (currently the One Map), the Lexington County Addresser, Pictometry, and numerous other mapping applications and Story Maps. Assist other county employees with their training and understanding of the Esri suite of mapping products.
Supplemental Functions:
Performs other similar duties as required.
Job Specifications and Qualifications:
Knowledge:
Understanding of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology, applications, and principles;
Various computer programs, to include Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.;
Addressing and Road Naming guidelines, and best practices;
Data management principles;
Operations of office equipment, such as Computers, Printers, Scanners, and Plotters;
Global position Systems (GPS);
United States Census Bureau activities and methodologies;
Basic Knowledge of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS);
Fundamentals of LiDAR data and products;
Planning concepts, such as population growth, demographics, zoning, and land use applications;
Ability to read and understand various GIS datasets such as soil, aerials and topographical maps;
Basic understanding of Local government operations and practices;
Solid understanding of the Esri's ArcGIS system including ArcGIS desktop and ArcGIS Online.
Skills:
Written and verbal communication via in-person, phone, digital and email contact;
Customer service and interpersonal skills;
Attention to details;
Presentation, communication and public speaking skills;
Utilizing methods of planning research and research methodology skills;
Organizational capabilities and effective time-management practices;
Graphic arts and design concepts to create comprehensive maps using modern Cartographic techniques;
Ability to work on and prioritize multiple projects concurrently;
Word processing for creation, editing, and formatting for various documents;
Ability to comprehend Geographic data and understand map scale and perspective;
Usage of GPS handheld units;
Utilization of GIS applications and technology;
Ability to train others in County GIS Applications;
Ability to interpret and apply the County Addressing and Road Naming ordinances and guidelines;
Ability to learn a wide range of computer software that assists with GIS functions, such as The Addresser, Pictometry Connect, etc;
Ability to learn new mapping applications regularly;
Critical thinking and Problem solving |
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| Application Deadline: |
08/29/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Residential Building Inspector |
| Grade: |
110 |
| Position #: |
0001436 |
| Department: |
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT |
| Salary Range: |
$44,969.60/Annually |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Vocational or technical school degree, supplemented by 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. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Valid SC Driver's License |
| 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.
Additional Job Requirements:
The position is specific to residential building inspections. Applicant must have or be able to obtain applicable licenses/certifications through SCLLR within a prescribed period of time. |
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| Application Deadline: |
08/29/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Senior Paramedic |
| Grade: |
EM4 |
| Position #: |
02301 |
| Department: |
EMERG. MEDICAL SERVICES |
| Salary Range: |
$24.68-$28.39 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High school diploma or GED. SC or NR EMT Paramedic with experience as a Paramedic within a 911 EMS Agency/. Must have ACLS, BLS, PALS. Must have Valid SC Drivers License. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Preferred: Associates degree in Health Science field and 2 years experience as a paramedic within an EMS Agency or 18 months experience as a paramedic with 6 months of relevant leadership experience. |
| Description: |
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The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Shift Commander by providing the first response. ALS Backup and technical rescue as required. During the absence of the Shift Commander, they will coordinate single and multi agency emergency responses and supervise ambulance crews while ensuring there is an appropriate distribution of ambulances.
The candidate must have strong leadership and communications skills and be able to follow and give directives with ease. They must display professionalism, be courteous, and be fair to all staff. |
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| Application Deadline: |
08/29/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Customer Service Supervisor |
| Grade: |
109 |
| Position #: |
0000787 |
| Department: |
AUDITOR |
| Salary Range: |
$20.81/HR |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High School diploma or equivalent, supplemented by computer/technical skills with 1 to 3 years customer service experience in a professional office environment. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Valid SC Driver's License |
| Description: |
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Job Description:
Looking for an exemplary Customer Service Supervisor to coach and lead our Customer Service Representative (CSR) staff to deliver exceptional customer service. The Customer Service Supervisor must maintain a high level of professionalism and present the organization in the best light possible. Responsible for overseeing and supervising a staff of four CSRs that assist customers in person, by phone, email and fax. The CSR Supervisor will need to be able to build a strong team and shape staff behavior to accomplish desired results. Will manage the daily work load of the CSR’s to ensure required service volume and quality levels are attained. Trains, coaches and leads staff in standard policies, procedures, best practices and customer service skills. Responsible for hiring and monitoring staff performance. Providing regular performance related feedback and conducting annual performance appraisals and quarterly coaching sessions. Reports directly to the Deputy Auditor. Identifies opportunities for operational improvements and plays a collaborative role in growing and implementing standards and processes.
Additional Job Requirements:
Assisting CSR staff with duties where required. Must be able to multi task and perform at a high level of accuracy and be meticulously organized. Must be able to effectively utilize Microsoft Office products, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel. Must have outstanding data entry skills and the ability to quickly learn how to effectively and efficiently use other office equipment and internal software systems. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to solve problems and display a calm demeanor in an often times hectic work environment.
Preferred Experience
Six months to one year of advanced training beyond high school equivalency, with one to three years’ experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform job duties. |
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| Application Deadline: |
08/28/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Fire Apparatus Mechanic |
| Grade: |
112 |
| Position #: |
858000 |
| Department: |
FLEET SERVICES |
| Salary Range: |
$25.52-$29.35 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Two year associate's degree, diploma or equivalent from a college, technical, business, vocational, or correspondence school or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training, with over five years up to and including seven years of experience. |
| Description: |
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Performs diagnostics, repairs and quality control to a diverse fleet of specialized fire apparatus including vehicles. Maintains and repairs onboard AC generators, hydraulic and PTO driven systems. Maintain, diagnoses and repairs the County’s fuel distribution system and computerized fuel inventory control systems. Responds to all assigned fire scenes and vehicle break downs as required as well as after hour emergencies as needed.
Maintains and repairs specialized fire apparatuses; diagnoses issues with equipment and researches best way to repair if not known.
Performs maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of foam injection systems, compressed air foam injection systems (CAFS).
Performs diagnostics and repairs of computer controlled lighting systems for emergency warning and auxiliary systems of fire apparatus.
Maintenance, diagnostics and repair of all components and management systems used to dispense fuel at the County's 9 fuel distribution centers as well as two mobile fuel trucks. Performs onsite DHEC inspections to assure compliance with DHEC guidelines. Coordinate tank tightness testing and recommend upgrade and repair of major systems for budgetary purposes. Diagnose, repair and replace defective computer interface control systems and their related components, circuit boards, modems, surge protection and power control systems.
Fabrication, installation and repair of emergency equipment. The development of reliable circuitry and installation methods used to equip emergency response vehicles with required lighting systems, sirens, laptop computer systems, radio's, radar units, protective cages or screens, etc.
Onboard Power Generations Systems maintenance, diagnostics and repairs. This includes engine driven and PTO hydraulic driven generators that operate the AC power systems on Fire Apparatus.
Performs highly skilled diagnostics and repairs to Diesel Engines, Fire Pumps, Computerized Engine and transmission management systems, transmissions, rear differentials, steering and suspension components, alignments, and drivability issues.
Coordinates daily work assignments with other Fire mechanics and quality controls their work. Assists lower pay band mechanics with difficult problems and coordinates all repair part purchases and sublet vehicle services with appropriate area vendors.
Documents all performed repairs in Faster Fleet Management software and trains others to do the same.
Supplemental Functions:
Performs other similar duties as required. |
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| Application Deadline: |
08/28/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Administrative Assistant II |
| Grade: |
106 |
| Position #: |
0001032 |
| Department: |
REGISTER OF DEEDS |
| Salary Range: |
$16.98-$19.53 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High School Diploma or Equivalent. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Ability to communicate efficiently in written and verbal form. Experience is required with the understanding of the Register of Deeds office and the processes. |
| Description: |
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Assist those who need to record documents by reviewing and ensuring all requirements are met. Assisting citizens for any customer service needs. Ability to perform three cash drawer balances daily with basic clerical and accounting principles. Ability to handle a fast paced environment. ABility to navigate the County Website with basic understandings of computers and various software. Basic understanding of the statutes that regulate the Register of Deeds office. Ability to complete the recording process - record, scan, index. |
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| Application Deadline: |
08/26/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Paralegal |
| Grade: |
108 |
| Position #: |
002672 |
| Department: |
MAGISTRATE COURT SERVICES |
| Salary Range: |
$19.44-$22.36 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
Associates degree, with no experience required; or an equivalent of education and experience sufficient to perform the duties of the job. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Applicant must obtain SC Notary Public within 3 months of employment. |
| Description: |
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Provides essential administrative, procedural, financial and case management support to the Magistrate Court. Ensures efficient daily operations of the court, handles critical records and legal documents. Performs specialized legal duties related to misdemeanor criminal and traffic related charges; civil filings; bond hearings and preliminary hearings of behalf of the Magistrate Court. Schedules court dates and monitors cases from filing through adjudication. Assists Magistrates with legal research and in the courtroom during trials. Serves as a point of contact for Magistrates, law enforcement, defendants, attorneys, victims, jurors, court personnel and the general public, providing assistance and information as needed, including but not limited to court procedures, case status and other court related matters.
Case Management:
Manages and maintains accurate court records by preparing arrest warrants, case files, court orders, juror records, and other legal documents.
Prepares files for criminal and traffic related charges, bond hearings, preliminary hearings and civil filings.
Receives probable cause affidavits from law enforcement to prepare arrest warrants and bench warrants.
Assists the Magistrate with legal matters and research, as well as court documentation during hearings and trials.
Prepares, coordinates, and verifies with detention center staff and court personnel to discharge defendants.
Clocks and files motions/subpoenas, prepares affidavits, notarizes court documents.
Prepares summons for pre-trial hearings, bench trials and jury trials.
Coordinates the jury selection process, including issuing juror summons and handles related communications.
Interprets and prepares necessary paperwork for circuit court orders.
Updates case files after court by preparing the necessary DMV orders, SLED records, Diversion Program referrals and processes expungement orders.
Prepares judicial transcripts and orders for civil cases.
Records the dispositions of criminal and civil cases adjudicated by the court.
Ensures the integrity and accuracy of all court records in the Case Management System.
Transmits case files to trial courts and court documents to Solicitor’s office and Public Defender’s Office.
Processes and responds to public records requests.
Scheduling:
Maintains and schedules dockets and court calendars.
Schedules court hearings, trials and meetings in coordination with Magistrates, attorneys, law enforcement, defendants and plaintiffs, program providers and other court personnel.
Communicates schedule changes or case updates to case parties
Financials:
Collects and receipts bond payments, criminal and traffic fines and civil filing fees. Balances cash drawer and manages daily financial transactions.
Daily, monthly and yearly financial reconciliation reports in compliance with the Chief Justice Financial Accounting Order
Customer Service
Interacts and assists Magistrates, attorneys, prosecutors, defendants, victims, witnesses, jurors, law enforcement, bonding companies and the general public.
Assists individuals at customer service windows, over the phone and through email and other written communication.
Provides support in a fast-paced, high-stressed environment.
Other:
Completes annual survey of case load summary.
Verifies all bonding licenses are up to date and in compliance with the Clerk of Court.
Compiles and organizes all court records regarding the retention schedule
Ensures confidentiality of court records.
Assists in training of new employees.
Attends training classes when available. |
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| Application Deadline: |
08/25/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Apprentice Mechanic |
| Grade: |
108 |
| Position #: |
272200 |
| Department: |
FLEET SERVICES |
| Salary Range: |
$19.44-$22.36 |
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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, with at least 1 year 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 -
Valid SC drivers license. |
| Description: |
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Job Purpose:
Performs entry level maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs for a diverse fleet of vehicles to include automobiles, trucks, HD trucks, and machinery. Under the guidance of a supervisory mechanic, diagnoses and repairs computer controlled systems. Repairs electronically and computer controlled hydraulic systems. Performs capital improvements. Under the guidance of a supervisory mechanic, diagnoses and repairs internal diesel engines, drivelines, brake and suspension systems, transmissions, clutches, steering systems, heating and AC systems, hydraulic systems, and component fabrication. Completes all phases of vehicle repairs including maintenance required for a variety of emergency response vehicles, patrol vehicles, service trucks and administrative vehicles. Under the guidance of a supervisory mechanic, designs and installs circuitry for emergency equipment for Public Safety emergency response vehicles.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs preventative maintenance services on a wide range of vehicles to increase vehicle longevity, minimize maintenance and repair costs, and to minimize potential unanticipated vehicle break downs resulting from component failure. Diagnoses and repairs vehicle malfunctions. Completes brake system repairs and ABS, Antilock computer managed anti-skid braking system diagnosis and repair.
Fabrication, installation, and repair of emergency equipment and other heavy equipment. Develops reliable circuitry and installation methods used to equip emergency response vehicles.
Under Supervision, services and repairs automatic transmissions. Operates a transmission flush apparatus and makes internal mechanical and electrical component repairs as warranted. Performs internal gasoline and diesel engine repairs including complete engine replacements.
Under the supervision of a Mechanic, identifies and diagnoses component failures. Performs related repairs to diesel engine management controls, transmission shifting controls, fuel delivery systems, antilock brake modules, and integrated lighting body control modules as well as emission control systems. Diagnoses and repairs CAN (computer area network) wiring and all related system components.
Under the Supervision of a Mechanic, diagnoses and repairs diesel engine components. Inspects and repairs all driveline components. Identifies and corrects suspension and steering malfunctions.
Supplemental Functions:
Performs other similar duties as required.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 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, gases and workspace restrictions, vibrations. |
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| Application Deadline: |
08/25/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Maintenance Assistant I- Mechanical |
| Grade: |
105 |
| Position #: |
0001774 |
| Department: |
BUILDING SERVICES |
| Salary Range: |
$16.98 - $19.53 HR/DOQ |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High school diploma or equivalent. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Valid State issued Driver's License. Must be able to pass background check. |
| Description: |
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Job description:
Under limited Supervision of the skilled technicians, performs tasks related to plumbing, HVAC, electrical and construction Assists technical trades with daily tasks such as light bulb replacement, leaking faucet repair, HVAC filter replacement.
Additional job requirements: Problem solving, general mechanical knowledge, general plumbing knowledge and general electrical knowledge. |
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| Application Deadline: |
08/22/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
HVAC Mechanic |
| Grade: |
110 |
| Position #: |
0008630 |
| Department: |
BUILDING SERVICES |
| Salary Range: |
$22.27 - $25.62/ HR DOQ |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
6 months to 1 year advanced study beyond high school, and 3-5 years’ experience, or equivalent combination to perform duties. |
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Minimum Qualification -
Valid SC Driver’s License
EPA Refrigeration Certification
HVAC Certification
Journeyman Certification and experience preferred. |
| Description: |
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Under limited supervision maintains all facilites air conditioning, heating, ventaltion and refrigration systems. Controls, adjusts, monitors and maintains energy management systems throughout the facilities, to include mechanical and electrical components of the systems. Works with building occupants to determine correct schedules and settings for energy management.
-Troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment and issues. Provide preventative maintenance on equipment.
-Maintain Ice Machines, coolers, and freezers.
-Understanding of energy control and management. |
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| Application Deadline: |
08/22/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Telecommunications Operator (Multiple Positions) |
| Grade: |
TC2 |
| Position #: |
001463 |
| Department: |
COMMUNICATIONS |
| Salary Range: |
$20.68-23.79 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High School diploma or equivalent. |
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Minimum Qualification -
6 months to 1 year of advanced study or training beyond high school equivalency, with under and including 1 year experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. |
| Description: |
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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. ? 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.
Education/Experience:
6 months to 1 year of advanced study or training beyond high school equivalency, with under and including 1 year experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Licensing and Certifications:
NCIC Full Function Training Class;
SCCJA Basic Telecommunicator;
EMD Certification;
CPR Certification;
FEMA - ICS Courses. |
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| Application Deadline: |
08/22/2025 |
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| Position Title: |
Administrative Assistant I |
| Grade: |
105 |
| Position #: |
0001023 |
| Department: |
ASSESSOR |
| Salary Range: |
$16.98-$19.53 |
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| Minimum Requirements: |
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Minimum Education -
High School diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. |
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Minimum Qualification -
None Required. |
| Description: |
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Under general supervision, performs a variety of administrative duties, using judgment in applying established office procedures with regard to multiple aspects of property information; taxes and real estate transfers, mobile home records, and permits. Must be able to exercise considerable tact, composure and courtesy towards general public with in an office setting.
Assists public with questions regarding real estate property; including general property information, taxation of property, exemption status, real estate property tax estimates, legal residence & agricultural applications, register new and used mobile homes, issue moving permits, acreage, ownership and assessment value
Corresponds with all municipalities, taxpayers, and property attorney offices with deadlines for closings, building permits, information for deeds and legal residency.
Maintains County records concerning the taxation of all property types with in Lexington County; residential, agricultural, mobile home, vacant land. Data entry of mobile home registrations, transfers, moving permits; research and data entry of legal residence applications, address changes or name updates.
Processes taxation correction forms for current or delinquent taxes. When billing changes are necessary to tax statements due to ownership, valuation, or assessment ratio prints abate and reissue to send to be sent to Auditor’s office for correction and rebill.
Prepares legal residence and/or agricultural applications for property owners to fill out in office, collects appeal forms, property change forms, and address changes. Receives property information for rollback tax estimation request forms.
Interacts and communicates with other specialty areas within our office such as Mapping and Mobile Homes, and within the County; GIS/Addressing, Probate, Register of Deeds, Auditor, Treasurer and other county government offices to verify correct property information is recorded.
Provide values and tax estimates for general public, real estate agents, mortgage companies, banks, attorneys, fee appraisers, title searchers and various other county employees when requested. Provide property improvement information; additions, year built, square footage.
If within the mobile home department, balances monies collected and turns in to the Treasurer's Department daily. Forwards property or sales information to appraisal staff. Prepares Monthly Registration report for Mobile Home Specialist.
If within Rollback department, prorates necessary billing amounts and provides estimate if requested.
Peforms necessary research to process legal residency application approval; reviews information located on the Department of Motor Vehicles, analyzing assessment details maintained by other governmental offices, and the Accurint computer software system confirming exemptions are not being received in other regions (both in and out of state).
Knowledge:
Various computer programs for various departments;
Computer operating systems hardware;
Administrative procedures; mail sorting, ability to handle multiple phone lines/calls
Clerical procedures; scanning and maintaining file information
Recordkeeping procedures;
Skills:
Written and verbal communication via in-person, phone or email contact;
Customer service in dealing with the public with various issues pertaining to department;
Ability to concentrate and focus for long periods of time;
Ability to speak clearly;
Generating, updating and editing various reports for the department; |
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| Application Deadline: |
08/21/2025 |
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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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