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All applications for external postings are received at the SC Employment Security Commission, located at 1571 Richland Ave. East, Aiken, SC (803-641-7640). (Mailing address: P. O. Box 2418, Aiken, SC 29802). All applications must be received at Job Service by the posted deadline specified in the job listing for the vacancy. Where there is no date, the position will be posted until it is filled. Applications will only be accepted for positions that are currently vacant.



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 16 jobs available:

Position:
 Detention Officer
Department:
 Aiken County Sheriff's Office
Salary:
 $26,957
Closing Date:
 Continuous
Job Description:
 Under regular supervision, provides the proper detention and care of persons lawfully incarcerated and maintains the safety, security and welfare of inmates, staff and the general public. Books and releases inmates. Oversees the activities of inmates, including those assigned to work release programs. Maintains and submits required records. Reports to the Sergeant as assigned. Requires a high school diploma, the completion of basic jail coursework offered through the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy and at least six months of detention center experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must complete basic jail coursework offered through the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy. Must possess a valid state driver's license. Applicant must be at least 21 years of age and a South Carolina resident.
   
Position:
 Deputy Sheriff
Department:
 Aiken County Sheriff's Office
Salary:
 $31,717
Closing Date:
 Continuous
Job Description:
 Under regular supervision, patrols assigned areas of the County and responds to calls for service; enforces all local, federal and state laws relating to public safety and welfare. Works under stressful, high-risk conditions. Reports to the Corporal and/or Sergeant – Uniform Patrol. Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by coursework in criminal justice / police science, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid S.C. driver's license.
   
Position:
 EMT - Paramedic
Department:
 Emergency Medical Service
Salary:
 $33,862
Closing Date:
 Open until filled
Job Description:
 Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by three to four years of progressive experience in emergency medical service programs. Must complete required coursework and maintain EMT, Paramedic, Basic Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, CPR certifications and any other certifications deemed necessary by department head. Must possess a valid state driver's license.
   
Position:
 EMT - Intermediate
Department:
 Emergency Medical Service
Salary:
 $30,793
Closing Date:
 Open until filled
Job Description:
 Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by two to three years of progressive experience in emergency medical service programs. Must complete required coursework and maintain EMT - Intermediate, Basic Cardiac Life Support, Pre-hospital life support, CPR certifications and any other certifications deemed necessary by department head. Must possess a valid state driver's license.
   
Position:
 EMT - Basic
Department:
 Emergency Medical Service
Salary:
 $27,551
Closing Date:
 Open until filled
Job Description:
 Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by one to two years of experience and/or training in emergency medical service programs. Must complete required coursework and maintain EMT - Basic, Basic Cardiac Life Support, CPR certifications and any other certifications deemed necessary by department head. Must possess a valid state driver's license.
   
Position:
 Construction Manager
Department:
 Engineering Department
Salary:
 $39,273.98 - 45,165.08
Closing Date:
 Until Filled
Job Description:
 Under limited supervision, coordinates the study, design, construction and management of County construction projects from inception to completion. Performs related technical, administrative and supervisory work as required. Reports to the County Engineer. Requires an Associate’s degree in engineering, drafting, construction management, or other relevant field supplemented by three to four years of progressively responsible experience in public works construction and engineering operations, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
   
Position:
 Equipment Operator II
Department:
 Engineering Department/Stormwater Division
Salary:
 $27,184.28 - 31,261.92
Closing Date:
 Until Filled
Job Description:
 Under occasional supervision, operates heavy equipment in the maintenance and construction of County roads, drainage systems and rights-of-way. Provides leadership of assigned crew- members. Performs related work as required. Reports to the assigned Foreman. Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by one to two years of experience in public works construction and maintenance operations and/or heavy equipment operation, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid state CDL driver’s license.
   
Position:
 Deputy Director
Department:
 Information Technology
Salary:
 $45,319.92 - 52,117.91
Closing Date:
 09/16/2010
Job Description:
 Under limited supervision, manages the installation, use and troubleshooting of computer hardware, software and networks, and ensures the provision of effective and timely user support. Develops the County’s website for use by the public and staff. Oversees the operations of the Records Management Division. Maintains the County’s offsite storage of system backups and software for servers and personal computers. Supervises the work of subordinate staff. Performs related technical and administrative work as required. Reports to the Director of Information Technology. Requires an Associate’s degree in computer science or data processing supplemented by three to four years of responsible experience in computer programming and/or systems administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. A Bachelor’s degree is desirable.
   
Position:
 GIS Specialist
Department:
 Information Technology Department
Salary:
 $34,741 - 39,952
Closing Date:
 Until Filled
Job Description:
 Under occasional supervision, performs responsible technical work to assist the GIS Manager in the development, implementation, management and operation of a geographical information system (GIS) for Aiken County. Performs related work as assigned. Reports to the GIS Manager. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in GIS, geography, planning or related field supplemented by three to four years of progressively responsible experience in GIS system design, programming and/or mapping; specifically ArcGIS, Visual Basic, and similar software; or an equivalent combination of education, training, experience and clearly-demonstrated acceptable level of performance sufficient to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Successful completion of courses in ArcGIS, ArcServer, or other training as determined by the GIS Manager. GPS & ArcSDE software knowledge a plus. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
   
Position:
 Tourism Assistant
Department:
 Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Salary:
 $8.71 - per hour
Closing Date:
 Until Filled
Job Description:
 Works under direct supervision of the Tourism Program Coordinator. Preference to Bachelors Degree majors in Tourism Management; Marketing, Business Administration/Management, or Graphic Design. All others may be considered as this job requires versatility, as well as good organizational skills. Successful drug screen and DSS background screening is required as a prerequisite for employment.
   
Position:
 Legal Secretary
Department:
 Public Defender
Salary:
 $24,161.85 - 27,786.13
Closing Date:
 09/09/2010
Job Description:
 Under general supervision, performs responsible legal secretarial and clerical work in support of efficient and effective department operations. Work involves preparing and maintaining accurate department and court records; screening applicants to determine their indigency status and eligibility for office services. Reports to the Chief Public Defender. Requires a vocational school diploma and three to six months of experience in secretarial and clerical-administrative work; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
   
Position:
 Assistant Public Defender I
Department:
 Public Defender
Salary:
 $39,273.98 - $45,165.08
Closing Date:
 09/16/2010
Job Description:
 Under occasional supervision, prepares and defends indigent cases in General Sessions and Family courts. Assists in coordinating the work of support staff. Performs related professional work as required. Reports to the Deputy Public Defender. Requires a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, responsible experience in the field of law helpful, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must be capable of obtaining and maintaining membership in the South Carolina State Bar Association. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
   
Position:
 Equipment Operator II
Department:
 Public Works/Road Maintenance
Salary:
 $27,184.28 - 31,261.92
Closing Date:
 Until Filled
Job Description:
 Under occasional supervision, operates heavy equipment in the maintenance and construction of County roads, drainage systems and rights-of-way. Provides leadership of assigned crew members. Performs related work as required. Reports to the assigned Foreman. Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by one to two years of experience in public works construction and maintenance operations and/or heavy equipment operation, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid state CDL driver’s license.
   
Position:
 Engineering Technician
Department:
 Public Works/Solid Waste
Salary:
 $31,717.91 - 34,475.60
Closing Date:
 Until Filled
Job Description:
 Under occasional supervision, plans, coordinates and implements programs to limit and monitor the environmental impact of County waste disposal programs and services. Plans and provides educational programs and materials to youth and adults on recycling, litter control and other conservation efforts, and their importance and benefits to the community and world at large. Provides technical expertise to supervisor and staff in solid waste operations and programming. Performs related work as required. Reports to the Solid Waste Supervisor. Requires an Associate’s degree in business, environmental studies or other relevant field supplemented by one to two years of responsible experience in recycling / solid waste management administration or operations, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
   
Position:
 Chief Litter Control Enforcement Officer
Department:
 Public Works/Solid Waste Division
Salary:
 $31,717 - 36,475
Closing Date:
 Until Filled
Job Description:
 Under occasional supervision, coordinates, supervises and participates in the enforcement of state and county laws and ordinances pertaining to litter control. Performs related work as required. Reports to the Solid Waste Supervisor. Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by three to five years of code enforcement, law enforcement or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must complete required law enforcement coursework and possess law enforcement certification. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
   
Position:
 Appraiser IV/Commercial Specialist
Department:
 Tax Assessor
Salary:
 $34,741 - 39,952
Closing Date:
 Open until Filled
Job Description:
 Requires a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field supplemented by four to five years of experience in property appraisal, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess state certification as a licensed real estate appraiser. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.