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.
Aiken County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
12 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-Basic Department: Emergency Services
Salary: $27,551.49
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description: Under regular supervision, responds to emergency calls and provides medical assistance to the sick and injured at the EMT - Basic level. Performs related technical work as required. Reports to the Crew Chief.
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: Emergency Services Director Department: Emergency Services
Salary: $61,943.27 - $71,234.76
Closing Date: 06/01/2012
Job Description: Under limited supervision, plans, organizes and directs the operations and activities of the County’s Emergency Services Department. Oversees emergency medical service, emergency preparedness, hazardous materials response team, and fire support team functions through subordinate division heads, and ensures department and division compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws and regulations, and standards of quality and safety. Performs related administrative and supervisory work as required. Reports to the County Administrator.
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, urban/regional/community planning or related field supplemented by six to nine years of administrative experience in emergency management, planning, health/safety administration or related field, 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: EMT-Intermediate Department: Emergency Services
Salary: $30,793.84
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description: Under occasional supervision, responds to emergency calls and provides medical assistance to the sick and injured at the EMT - Intermediate level. Performs related technical work as required. Reports to the Crew Chief.
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-Paramedic Department: Ermergency Services
Salary: $33,862.37
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description: Under occasional supervision, responds to emergency calls and provides medical assistance to the sick and injured at the Paramedic level. Performs related technical work as required. Reports to the Crew Chief.
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: Finance Director Department: Finance
Salary: $72,522.85 - $83,401.28
Closing Date: Until Filled
Job Description: Under limited supervision, serves as Chief Financial officer for Aiken County, ensuring efficient and effective financial and cash management of the County's various funds. Work involves developing and implementing internal financial controls; preparing and maintaining County budgets; overseeing the preparation and maintenance of all County financial reports and records; supervising and reviewing the work of the Finance Department division heads; and performing related administrative and professional work as required. Reports to the County Administrator.
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in finance, financial management, or accounting. A Master’s degree in finance, financial management, or accounting, and/or CPA preferred, supplemented by six to nine years experience in public finance administration with considerable supervisory and administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Position: Water Safety Instructor/Temporary Department: Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Salary: $7.99 Hourly
Closing Date: Until Filled
Job Description: To provide a safe, fun environment for swimming lessons. To teach proper stroke technique for each level of classes.
Must hold current American Red Cross Water Safety Certificate, including CPR Certificate and First Aid Training. Prefer American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.
A successful drug screen and DSS background screening is required as a prerequisite for employment.
Position: Day Camp Counselor/Temporary Department: Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Salary: $7.99 - Hourly
Closing Date: Until Filled
Job Description: Provide supervision of day campers and assist in leading Day Camp activities.
Must be a High School graduate with some Child Care experience. Prefer college education, First Aid training, and CPR certification.
A successful drug screen and DSS background screening is required as a prerequisite for employment.
Position: Aquatic Supervisor Department: Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Salary: $21,139.43 - Temporary
Closing Date: Until Filled
Job Description: Assist in all facets of supervising the Aiken County Recreation Center, particularly in regards to the aquatics program.
Prefer college graduate with recreation and/or supervisory experience. Must possess current certification as a Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard, and in Advanced First Aid (minimum). Must have experience in the operation of an institutional or commercial pool. Must attain a Certification in Pool and Spa Operators course prior to ending probationary status.
Position: LifeGuard/TEMPORARY Department: Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Salary: $7.65 - Hourly
Closing Date: Until Filled
Job Description: Supervises swimmers and public at pool facility. Maintains a safe, sanitary pool environment for pool use.
Must hold current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate, including CPR Certification and First Aid Training.
A successful drug screen and DSS background screening is required as a prerequisite for employment.
Position: Equipment Operator II Department: Public Works
Salary: $27,184.28 - $31,261.92
Closing Date: 05/31/2012
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.
