EMPLOYMENT

COME BE PART OF OUR FAMILY

As a premier Law Enforcement Agency in South Carolina, Anderson County Sheriff's Office strives to serve the Anderson County Community by building trust and confidence; and being responsive to community needs utilizing professionalism, accountability, selfless service, courage and respect. If you have these qualities and want to make a difference in our community, join one of the best and well equipped agencies in the state.

EMPLOYMENT

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Minimum Requirements for ALL Applicants:

Must have a high school diploma or GED; except School Crossing Guards
Must have a clear criminal history.
Must be a United States citizen.
Driving record must not show a disregard for the law.
Credit history must show sound financial management with the ability to keep accounts paid up-to-date.
Results of all pre-employment tests and interviews must meet standards.
Past employment record must be satisfactory.
Must pass a drug test
Medical examination results must show that you are capable of performing all of the essential functions of the job for which you are applying, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Required Documentation:

Birth Certificate
Social Security Card
High School Diploma or GED
College Transcript, if applicable
Valid SC Driver’s License
Form DD-214
Any other applicable documents i.e. certifications, training documents, college diplomas, etc.

Additional Requirements for Deputy Sheriff or Detention Officer

Must be 21 years of age for Deputy Sheriff or 18 years of age for Detention Officer and meet at least one of the following criteria:

Already certified by the SC Criminal Justice Academy as a Class 1 LE Officer or a Class 2 Detention Officer;
Certified Law Enforcement Officer from another state; or
Able to successfully complete the SC Criminal Justice Academy LE or Detention Officer training.

Additional Requirements for Communications Operator

Must be at least 18 years of age

IT IS THE APPLICANT'S RESPONSIBILITY TO PHOTOCOPY ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION PRIOR TO SUBMISSION FOR CONSIDERATION. THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE WILL NOT PHOTOCOPY ANY DOCUMENTS FOR APPLICANTS.

SUBMIT ALL APPLICATIONS TO recruiting@andersonsheriff.com OR MAIL VIA USPS TO:

Anderson County Sheriff's Office

Attn: Administrative Secretary

305 Camson Rd.

Anderson, SC 29625

For questions about the application process or recruiting, please contact us at recruiting@andersonsheriff.com.