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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: 05/04/2024


Position Title: Detention Deputy
Grade: SO1
Position #: 001843
Department: SHERIFF
Salary Range: $20.99 - $24.14/ HR DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High school diploma or equivalent, with no experience required
  Minimum Qualification - Class 2 Law Enforcement Certification is preferred but not required
Description:
  Correctional Officers will enforce rules and keep order, supervise the activities of inmates, search for contraband items, inspect facilities to ensure that standards are met, report on inmate conduct and aid in the rehabilitation and counseling of offenders

*** FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST APPLY ON THE SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT WEBSITE AT https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lcsd/jobs/4363775/detention-deputy?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs ***
Application Deadline: 12/31/2024


Position Title: Patrol Deputy- Multiple
Grade: SO1
Position #: 000430
Department: SHERIFF
Salary Range: $20.99 - $24.14 / HR DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High School Diploma
  Minimum Qualification - Visit www.JoinLCSD.com to view minimum qualifications and to apply. Only applications completed on www.JoinLCSD.com will be considered.
Description:
  -Performs the assigned duties of a Patrol Deputy, which includes responding to calls for service and enforcing all local, federal and state laws relating to public safety and welfare. Works under stressful, high-risk conditions. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Performing routine patrol duties, including but not limited to patrolling assigned areas of the County, responding to emergency calls and public calls for assistance, maintaining order and public safety, apprehending and arresting law violators and criminal suspects, issuing traffic citations/summonses, transporting prisoners and people with a mental health condition. Assisting with criminal investigations. Interviewing witnesses, complainants and victims; gathering physical evidence and preserving it for court; providing case follow-up as needed. Preparing cases for prosecution; providing court testimony as necessary. Participating in special operations as assigned. Participating in public relations efforts essential to maintaining a cooperative and positive relationship between the Sheriff’s Office and the community. Preparing various documents, including incident reports, accident reports, investigative reports, pursuit reports, warrants, subpoenas, and case documentation. Operating a variety of police equipment, including a police vehicle, firearms, Datamaster, radar, and various office equipment, machinery, and tools. Performs other similar duties as required.

Application Process: Interested applicants must complete and submit the Sheriff’s Department’s online application at www.JoinLCSD.com. Only applications completed on JoinLCSD.com will be considered.


https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lcsd/jobs/3977319/deputy-patrol?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Application Deadline: 12/31/2024


Position Title: School Crossing Guard - PT
Grade: 101
Position #: 020072
Department: SHERIFF
Salary Range: $15.20/ Hour
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High School diploma or equivalent, with no experience required, and must have a valid South Carolina Driver's 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 are 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, and awareness to perceive dangers to children.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2024


Position Title: EMT- Multiple Positions
Grade: EM1
Position #: 0022130
Department: EMERG. MEDICAL SERVICES
Salary Range: $18.98 - $21.83 / HR DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High School Diploma or equivalent. Applicant must be SC or National Registry Basic or must have successfully completed all testing requirements and have a valid CPR certification prior to employment.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid Driver's License
Description:
  Under general supervision, performs skilled and technical work in the EMS division. Qualified candidate will provide pre-hospital care by treating based on assessment. Monitor BLS patient while en-route to hospital and drive emergency response unit in emergency and no-emergency situations for an ALS patient. Provide mental and physical support to patients. Assist crew chief as needed. Candidate must exercise tact, courtesy and firmness in dealing with the patient an the public. Must exercise independent judgment in evaluation and treating victims and in applying short-term relief.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2024


Position Title: Paramedic- Multiple Positions
Grade: EM3
Position #: 0003760
Department: EMERG. MEDICAL SERVICES
Salary Range: $21.74 - $25.01 / HR DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High School Diploma or equivalent, Nationally Registered Paramedic Certification, State of South Carolina Paramedic Certification, ACLS, PALS, PHTLS, AMLS, and BLS Certifications.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid Driver's License
Description:
  Provide appropriate patient care while on scene and en-route to the hospital in a manner that involves safety and efficiently managing the scene, assessing, applying and providing necessary medical treatment to sick or injured persons. Transporting patients to a medical facility in a manner that prevents additional harm to patient, crew or the public while providing high quality of advanced life support.
Maintain equipment and ensure proper working order. Operate EMS vehicles while maintaining safety standards. Coordinates action and safety of allied personnel, bystanders and patients.
Preferred Experience: 6 months to 1 year of advanced training beyond high school experience with 1 to 3 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform job duties.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2024


Position Title: PC/LAN Specialist II
Grade: 112
Position #: 0017050
Department: SHERIFF
Salary Range: $24.04-$27.65/hr DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High School Diploma or equivalent, with at least 1-year experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Associates degree in related field preferred.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's License
Description:
  PC LAN II provides desktop technical support to PC’s, laptops, printers, and other related peripheral devices. Installs software and maintains detailed inventory records. Provides a wide variety of customer support functions and ensures operability of hardware and software at the customer level.

-Responds, prioritizes, and completes support requests.
-Receives and reviews support requests submitted through the helpdesk software BOSS; diagnoses and resolves information technology-related hardware and software issues under the supervision of the PC/LAN Specialist III.
-Elevates tickets to next tier support level.
-Provides customer service; reviews and assists user queries pertaining to their system; updates user tickets, handles emails and phone calls; provides quotes to customers from authorized vendors.
-Researches and implement solutions for software and hardware related issues.
-Assists in database entries of inventory within the department.
-Tracks the quantity of needed supplies for restocking purposes.
-Assists other personnel to expedite completion of their work activities and projects.
-Performs other similar duties as required.


Only applications submitted via www.joinlcsd.com will be considered.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2024


Position Title: Information Services Manager
Grade: 211
Position #: 001102
Department: SHERIFF
Salary Range: $56,756.20 Annual
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - A High School diploma coupled with 5-7 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to excel in this role. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's License
Description:
  The Systems Analyst is instrumental in merging complex technological solutions with practical law enforcement needs. By engaging in strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and ongoing optimization of systems, this role is essential to advancing the mission of public safety. This role involves a comprehensive assessment of business requirements for technological solutions and a deep understanding of law enforcement operations that bolster the effectiveness of both officers and administrative personnel. This role is an integral part of ensuring required federal and state Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) data is being provided accurately.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•Assists with management of large scale events where ICS is being implemented and provides Designs and implements a comprehensive curriculum enhancing the technical skills of the team and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
•Collects and performs analysis of data to ensure systems are operating efficiently.
•Provides education and guidance for employees by instructing in the operation and requirements of departmental sophisticated software systems.
•Performs telecommunication device management which includes Mobile Device Management (MDM) administration. Sets up and configures new or reallocated mobile devices.
•Keeps accurate inventory records of equipment deployed and in stock.
•Manages vendor relations and researches technological solutions.
•Establishes quality assurance protocols to ensure alignment with departmental goals.
•Troubleshoots and diagnoses computer hardware and software issues.
•Participates in conducting regular maintenance and updates on servers, computers and software.
•Provides user support and assistance during regular workdays and after hours as necessary.
•Participates in on-call rotation.
•Performs related duties as necessary to support the department’s goals.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2024


Position Title: Commercial Building Inspector
Grade: 113
Position #: 002543
Department: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Salary Range: $25.73 - $27.79/ HR DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  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.
  Minimum Qualification - - LLR Commercial Building Inspector, or the ability to obtain all four trades under a provisional license status through LLR
- Valid SC Driver's License
Description:
  Job Purpose:
Conducts comprehensive inspections of commercial building construction to ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, regulations, and laws. Work involves commercial inspections of building, electrical, fuel/gas, mechanical, and plumbing systems during construction to ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, ordinances, regulations, and laws. Position is also able to perform all duties of Residential Building Inspectors, as necessary. 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 commercial building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and gas systems for code compliance.
- Inspects residential buildings, including associated renovations, expansions, remodels, and mobile homes, as deemed necessary.
- 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 permittees, contractors, and/or owners of commercial and residential building code questions or requirements.
- Receives and reviews engineering reports, 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.

Supplemental Functions:
- Performs other similar duties as required.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2024


Position Title: Heavy Equipment Operator III
Grade: 108
Position #: 0017290
Department: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
Salary Range: $18.32
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High school Diploma or equivalent plus 2yrs experience and training in heave motorized equipment operation and maintenance. SC CDL driver’s license required within 6months of employment.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's License
Description:
  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, and spreading, compacting or loading waste material. Work includes operating heave 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.

Experience in the operation of heavy motorized equipment in the landfill and/or transfer station operations. Applicant to provide experience on specific equipment operated.
Application Deadline: 06/30/2024


Position Title: Economic Development Manager
Grade: 211
Position #: 564001
Department: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Salary Range: $56,756.20 - $61,296.70 / Annually DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college in a related discipline. 3 to 5 years of experience in economic development. A combination of education and experience may be substituted for the above.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's License
Description:
  Job Purpose: To implement and manage programs and services leading to the attraction, retention and expansion of enterprises in the County of Lexington for the purpose of creating and retaining jobs for our citizens.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plans, organizes, monitors, manages and evaluates economic development prospect recruitment activities and prepares reports for project activities for administration, Lexington County Council and other related advisory boards/committees
- Conducts site visits with businesses looking to locate in Lexington County or expand operations in the community
- Create and manage procedures that support industrial development with commercial/industrial brokers and regional and state economic development agencies, to include the attraction of and assistance to domestic and international businesses in Lexington County
- Performs economic development ombudsman duties with County departments as well as various economic development boards and committees
- Manages vendor compliance, to include landscaping, irrigation and timber contracts related to the maintenance of the County’s three (3) industrial parks
- Develop management plans for the 1000+ acres in the County’s three (3) industrial parks
- Write Request for Proposals (RFPs) for construction, site preparation and landscaping activities
- Evaluates Fee-In-Lieu of Tax (FILOT) agreements, both independently and in consort with the Lexington County Auditor’s Office, South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR), legal counsel, et.al. to ensure annual compliance
- Grant management to new and expanding industries receiving funding from the South Carolina Coordinating Council
- Manage the Economic Development Department’s research efforts utilizing the labor market and geographic information available, to include Lexington County’s GIS technology. This includes but is not limited to the compilation of data reports, development of customized maps and targeted workforce information.
- Assists in the development and implementation of global marketing campaigns aimed at new industry recruitment. Coordinates marketing efforts with local, regional and statewide allies as appropriate
- Manages departmental website and associated social media pages with strong understanding of relevant content to the local, national and international economic development arena.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive inventory of available industrial buildings and sites in the community for economic development purposes.
Application Deadline: 05/31/2024


Position Title: Senior Applications Analyst
Grade: 112
Position #: 0001640
Department: INFORMATION SERVICES
Salary Range: $24.04-$25.97/hr DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - An associates degree in computer science or MIS is required or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's License
2 years professional experience with 1 year design program & implement enterprise business systems, Angular/ React. Python, .net, JAVA, GIT, Powershell, Web/Mobil App Development using Windows & Linux Platforms.
Description:
  -Designing, programming and installing in-house application software updates, and documenting application software changes. Provides maintenance support to include maintaining application software, performing analysis to determine cause(s) of application software and system failure and to recommend corrective action. Installing vendor supplied application software updates.

-Designs the processes and software modules implementing business rules and logic of in-house developed system, develops interfaces, coordinates and monitors test activity at the system or subsystem.
Application Deadline: 05/30/2024


Position Title: Heavy Equipment Operator I
Grade: 105
Position #: 000923
Department: PW/TRANSPORTATION
Salary Range: $16.00/hr
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High School Diploma or equivalent.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver’s License
Description:
  Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled work in operating and maintaining motorized heavy equipment in the transportation division of Public Works. May operate various heavy equipment such as grader, roller, backhoe, bush hog, and dump truck in the field of paving, drainage, grading, construction, and maintenance of all County roads.

Drives various trucks and hauls material and equipment. Uses tamps, chainsaws, pole saws, concrete mixers, and additional small equipment.

Will be provided with training to obtain CDL A License.

$5000 hiring bonus for new candidates with a valid CDL A Driver’s License
Application Deadline: 05/28/2024


Position Title: Engineering Associate II
Grade: 112
Position #: 0001800
Department: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Salary Range: $24.04 - $25.97 / HR
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - Associated Degree with 1-3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  Minimum Qualification - -Certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector (CEPSCI) & Certified Stormwater Plan Reviewer (CSPR) both within 6 months of hire date
-Valid Driver's License
Description:
  - Reviews commercial developments and inspects sites for compliance with the Lexington County Land Development Manual and Stormwater Ordinance.
- Coordinate with engineers/developers to ensure timely and thorough plan review.
- Reviews and verifies as-built drawings.
- Respond to citizen inquiries and complaints regarding development projects.
- Administers grassing agreements and reviews pond maintenance and stormwater agreements for approval.
- Assists the Environmental Coordinator, Floodplain Manager, and with the administration of grants, as needed.
- Performs stream monitoring and sampling for state and federal permitting requirements.
- Attends pre-construction, development, and Board meeting, as well as meeting with local organizations.
- Conducts investigations in to drainage and sedimentation complaints. Coordinates with field inspectors on complaints/issues.
Application Deadline: 05/17/2024


Position Title: Senior Administrative Assistant
Grade: 108
Position #: 0015350
Department: EMERGENCY PREPARENESS
Salary Range: $18.32-$19.79/hr DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - -High School Diploma
-Associate’s degree, with at least 2 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's License
Notary Public Certification preferred
NCIC Certification preferred
Description:
  Assists and supports the Director of Public Safety in administrative tasks and duties. Duties include: preparation and analysis of administrative and special project budget accounts; managing all scheduling, use, and maintenance of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), planning and coordinating community outreach and educational events, and daily review and processing of all administrative, personnel and budgetary forms for Emergency Management divisions.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

-Schedules meetings and use of EOC facility; manages the Director of Public Safety schedule; anticipates and prevents potential scheduling conflicts
-Coordination and planning of large-scale community outreach and public education events for the Department of Public Safety to benefit the citizens of our county.
-Prepares of correspondence and tracks and modifies departmental policies. Creates and updates policies and procedures to accomplish tasks, analyze issues and problems, and recommend and implement solutions and/or new policies.
-Processes budgetary actions for Emergency Management and monitors budgetary accounts. Prepares annual budget requests, purchase requisitions, central store requisitions, administrative budgetary transfers, and trip requests. Collects data and information to assist with the completion of reports and special projects. Prepares reports and supplemental data on account balances. Coordinates with vendors for the purchase of equipment and operating supplies.
-Provides Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Support. Manages and issues badges and equipment to visitors to the facility. Monitors visitor log to ensure facility remains secure. Conducts inventories of equipment that is used by EOC visitors and personnel. Functions as a member of the situation unit, to monitor document activities in WebEOC as needed. Attends various meetings, prepares agenda, and document minutes.

Supplemental Functions:
-Performs other similar duties as required.
Application Deadline: 05/17/2024


Position Title: Library Assistant I- (Casey-West Columbia Branch)
Grade: 103
Position #: 000724
Department: LIBRARY
Salary Range: $16.00/hr
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - HS Diploma or equivalent
Associates Degree with 1-2 years of work experience in a Library or customer service environment.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's License
Description:
  Greets and assists customers who enter and call the library. Provides initial guidance and basic instruction regarding using the catalog, downloading materials, accessing databases and other services. Manages circulation duties, including registering customers for library cards, updating their accounts, accepting fines and fees, reserving and renewing materials.

-Provides customer service concerning accounts. Explains policies and procedures regarding holds, over dues, and fines and fees and in reference to patron inquiry as to the status of their account. Performs circulation duties including checking materials in and out, renewing materials, registers patrons for library cards, updates patron records, assesses damages to library materials, and collects money for fines and fees, placing materials on hold as requested. Collects and keeps accurate records of fines, fees, and copier revenue and prepares and makes deposits.
-Provides one-on-one assistance and instruction regarding library resources and services. Teaches customers to access the internet, use Microsoft software, create job applications and resumes, and utilize their online accounts including renewing materials and placing items on hold. Troubleshoots computers and eReaders/wifi access issues. Responsible for explaining Dewey Decimal System, library facility layout and location of collections (materials) library volunteers.
-Explains meeting and study room policies and makes reservations for customers. Conducts group tours and educates customers concerning a variety of library resources and services. Creates and maintains book displays that promote library materials, programs and services.
-Maintains library collection. Runs reports that help organize and maintain collection and resolves related issues such as lost items, hold requests and low circulation. Assists in collection development process to make recommendations of materials to be added to the collection. Assesses physical quality of materials. Sorts items for shelving and courier to transfer. Processes and applies applicable labels and shelf locations to all new materials from cataloging. Processes periodical subscriptions; applies labels barcodes, and shelving. Recognizes and shifts materials. Accepts donations. Performs cursory evaluation of materials.
-Inventories cataloging and office supplies for department. Submits supply needs to appropriate staff member.
-Performs a variety of functions daily to keep library operational. Opens and closes facility. Updates signage and flyers. Maintains physical appearance and supplies seating/collaborative spaces for public. Proactively addresses basic safety and security issues. May process returned materials after hours in order to keep workflow up to date
-Performs other similar duties as required.
Application Deadline: 05/12/2024


Position Title: Appraiser I
Grade: 110
Position #: 0002820
Department: ASSESSOR
Salary Range: $20.99/hr
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - 6 months to 1 year of advanced study or training beyond high school equivalency, with 1 to 3 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's License
Description:
  Under regular supervision, inspects and appraises the value of land, buildings of all types, structures, and property improvements for ad valorem taxation of purposes based upon the South Carolina State law and accepted methods and procedures for valuation of properties for the Assessor's Department. Work involves collecting, reviewing and analyzing information such as deeds, maps, soil types, sbidivsion plat, construction costs, market conditions, easements, and other information relating to the value of property; and preparing and presenting all Appeals Board and Administrative Law Judge cases that are necessary. Reports to the Appraiser III.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

-Conducts on-site inspection of new construction; measures and notes type and quality of construction, roof type, square footage, etc. Conducts on-site inspection of existing properties to determine appreciation or depreciation after remodeling, renovations, rezoning, or changes in other economic indicators. Inspects all property in the field for reassessment: verifies the data for each property; values all land and buildings by using the market and cost approach to value; analyzes sales data; reviews valuations for accuracy.
-Appraises new subdivision lots and deed splits, examines applications for Agricultural Use and Legal Residence; processes applications; examines South Carolina Codes of Law and South Carolina Codes of Regulations for the purpose of qualifying property. Manages tax appeals; meets with taxpayers for appeal hearings; conducts field inspections of property under appeal.
-Analyzes Multiple Listing Service data for the purpose of reviewing valuation data. Receives and reviews building permits, building plans, and maps.
-Conducts mandated reassessments in accordance with the South Carolina Department of Revenue directives. Prepares cases to be heard before the Lexington county Assessment Appeals Board and Administrative Law Judge hearing after exhausting all areas of settlement; prepares the case for the Administrative Law Judge Division if either party contests the Appeals Board's decision; testifies when necessary.
-Mails assessment notices as required, assists taxpayers in completing tax exemption forms, assists Mapping department in locating lots; makes corrections based on field work.

Supplemental Functions:

-Performs other similar duties as required.


Job Specifications and Qualifications:

Knowledge:
-Methods, procedures, and policies of the Assessor’s Department.
-Functions and interrelationships of the County and other governmental agencies.
-Laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
-Principles and practices of property appraisal and land economics.
-Principles and practices of property improvements, building construction and building materials.
-Economic, environmental, and related factors involved in the valuation of properties
-Proper English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
-Modern office practices and technology, including the use of computers for word processing and records management.
-Terminology used within the department.

Skills:

-Applying appraisal principles and techniques in the equitable and justifiable appraisal of real property
-Explaining appraisal and assessment methods and determinations.
-Performing routine appraisals.
-Reading and interpreting legal descriptions and a variety of property parcel maps and aerial photographs.
-Making sound, educated decisions.
-Offering assistance to co-workers and employees of other departments.
-Taking the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision.
-Planning, organizing, and prioritizing daily assignments and work activities.
-Learning and utilizing new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency.
-Reading and interpreting relatively complex materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.
-Assembling and analyzing information and developing written reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner.
-Maintaining effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation.
-Communicating effectively with customers in confrontational situations.
-Reacting calmly and quickly in emergency situations.


Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

-Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force constantly, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly having to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for the Sedentary Work category and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated Light Work.
-Positions in this class typically require fingering, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking, repetitive motions, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling, and lifting.


Licensing and Certifications:

-State certification as a licensed real estate appraiser required.
Application Deadline: 05/06/2024


Position Title: Library Assistant I- Part Time (Lexington Main Branch)
Grade: 103
Position #: 0015200
Department: LIBRARY
Salary Range: $16.00/hr
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - Associates Degree with 1-2years of work experience in a Library or customer service environment.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's License
Description:
  Greets and assists customers who enter or call the library. Refers customers to other internal departments when appropriate and may provide guidance and basic instruction regarding using the online catalog, downloading materials, accessing databases, and other services. Performs circulation duties, including registering customers for library cards, updating customer accounts, accepting fines and fees, reserving and renewing materials. Utilizes databases, bibliographies, and other resources to recommend specific books and materials that the customer requests. Inspects and performs maintenance of materials. Promotes all services and programs of the library.

•Provides customer service concerning accounts. Explains policies and procedures regarding holds, overdues, and fines and fees and in reference to customer inquiry as to the status of their account. Performs circulation duties including checking materials in and out, renewing materials, registering customers for library cards, updating customer records, assessing damages to library materials, and collecting money for fines and fees, and placing materials on hold as requested by customer. Collects and keeps accurate records of fines, fees, and copier revenue and may prepare and make deposits.
•Greets and assists customers explaining the Dewey Decimal System and guiding customers in identifying and accessing materials and services. Explains library facility layout and location of collections. Instructs customers on accessing the internet and utilizing their online accounts, including renewing materials and placing items on holds. Troubleshoots access issues for computers, eReaders, and Wifi. May instruct and delegate duties to adult volunteers.
•Promotes library services and programs. Refers customers to programs and print and online calendars and schedules. Explains meeting and study room policies and makes reservations for customers. Discerns patron interests and needs and is able to guide them to materials, programs, and services that meet their expectations. Conducts group tours and educates customers concerning a variety of library resources and services. Creates and maintains book displays that promote library materials, programs, and services.
•Maintains the library’s collections. Runs reports to organize and maintain the collections and to resolve issues of lost items, hold requests, and low circulation. Assists in the collection development process making recommendations of materials to be added to the collection. Assesses physical quality of materials and may perform general book repair. Sorts and organizes materials to prepare for shelving. Assesses collections’ order and potential space limitations and shifts materials as needed. Empties book drop as assigned and checks in materials. Sorts items for shelving and routing. Processes periodical subscriptions. Applies labels and shelf locations to all new materials.
•Inventories cataloging and office supplies for the department. Submits supply needs to appropriate staff member.
•Performs a variety of functions daily to keep the library operational. Assists in opening and closing procedures. May change outdoor signage. Assists in general housekeeping and straightening of public areas both inside and out. Assists with set up and break down of meeting rooms and programs. May process returned materials after hours and on Holidays in order to keep workflow up to date. Works in other library departments as needed.

Requires standing for long periods of time and the ability to lift, push and pull up to 50lbs. Must be able to work a combination of morning, afternoon, night, and weekend hours including Sundays 20hrs per week.
Application Deadline: 05/05/2024


Position Title: Administrative Assistant II- Lexington Magistrate
Grade: 106
Position #: 0008250
Department: MAGISTRATE COURT SERVICES
Salary Range: $16.00/hr
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - High School Diploma or equivalent
  Minimum Qualification - Valid SC Driver's License
Description:
  Job Purpose:
Performs responsible clerical and bookkeeping work in support of effective and efficient Magistrate's Court operations, including the preparation and maintenance of accurate court records. Provides professional and courteous customer service at all times.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Generates criminal case files and civil filings. Performs case preparation, research, and maintenance for court proceedings. Collects and receipts fines, fees, and costs payable to the court.
Prepares case files through data entry and court processes. Interacts and assists with the general public, defendants, victims, attorneys, law enforcement, bonding companies, and judicial staff. Prepares and updates court dockets and assists Judges in court proceedings. Records the dispositions of criminal and civil cases adjudicated by the court. Schedules additional hearings as needed. Generates arrest and bench warrants. Prepares, coordinates, and verifies with detention center staff and court personnel to discharge defendants. Prepares case file transmittals to the proper court locations and receives transmittals from other courts. Generates and balances daily deposits.
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.
Organizes files and verifies records are current or in good standing. Prepares files for preliminary hearings, pre-trial hearings, bench trials and jury trials. Interprets and prepares necessary paperwork for circuit court orders. Coordinates and assists in court proceedings for DUI Court.
Prepares monthly criminal and civil financial balancing dockets. Prepares documentation regarding unpaid fines and properly notifies the Department of Motor Vehicles for driver's license suspensions. Compiles case statistics for quarterly reports. Coordinates and assists in court proceedings for Preliminary Hearing Court. Processes all expungement orders and notifies all proper agencies for destruction of records.
Prepares year end fiscal audit and ensures compliance. 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.
Assist in training new employees. Attend training classes when available or necessary for maintaining certifications.

Supplemental Functions:
Performs other similar duties as required.

Additional Requirements:
Applicant Must Possess or obtain a SC Notary Public within 3 months of employment.
Application Deadline: 05/05/2024


Position Title: Library Assistant III - South Congaree/ Pine Ridge - PT
Grade: 107
Position #: 0001059
Department: LIBRARY
Salary Range: $17.12- $18.49 / HR DOQ
   
Minimum Requirements:
  Minimum Education - Preferred Bachelor's Degree with 1-3 years of work experience in a library or customer service environment.
  Minimum Qualification - Valid Driver's License
Description:
  Provides customer service in person and by phone. Updates accounts, conveys fines/fees, and receives payments. Provides Reference, Readers’ Advisory, and Technology services to customers. Plans and presents programs and workshops as part of the library’s programming schedule. Markets and promotes services and programs of the library. Assists in maintaining the collection.
Responsible for providing Technology assistance and training to individuals and groups. Guides and instructs customers using computers and eReaders/Tablets to access resources, databases, and eBooks. Teaches customers to use MS Office, resume software, and to set up email accounts. Assists customers using microfilm readers. Troubleshoots issues regarding printers, wifi access, eReaders, scanners, and copiers.
Provides Reference services to customers, including researching and answering reference questions in person and by phone. Identifies appropriate resources and assistance to job seekers, small business owners, educators, and life-long learners. Guides and assists customers in using various resources and technology, such as databases and print reference materials. Assists customers in identifying and obtaining resources from other library systems.
Presents and/or facilitates programs and workshops. Evaluates target audiences’ needs and interests in order to plan and implement effective early literacy and lifelong learning programs. Utilizes technology skills and/or knowledge of child development and literature in order to create age appropriate programs. Keeps abreast of changes in literacy and technology trends. Promotes and models early literacy skills as well as Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) skills. Establishes partnerships and plans and presents programs with or for community business partners and/or other educational institutions. Participates in community events and festivals. Monitors reading trends, current events, and social issues.
Provides Readers’ Advisory to customers of all ages. Uses experience, knowledge, databases, and other resources to identify appropriate materials matching the users’ interest and skill level to the appropriate format. Develops book lists and subject-specific resource guides. Assists customers in locating and/or placing material on hold. Refers customers to sources containing Readers’ Advisory information.
Assists in maintenance of physical quality of the collection, including shelving and organizing of materials. Suggests books and materials for purchase based on customer requests and knowledge of the collection and community interest. Creates and maintains book displays. Locates materials from reports and resolves related issues.
- Must be available to work a combination of morning, afternoon, night and weekend hours; 20 hours per week.
Application Deadline: 05/05/2024


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