Candidate is responsible for the safe confinement of prisoners and the smooth operation of the detention center. Candidate must exercise independent judgment in dealing with dangerous or unusual situations, exercising safety practices and procedures, and works under stressful, high-risk conditions.

In addition, the candidate must:

be employed with a law enforcement agency/detention facility
complete a satisfactory background check
submit a birth certificate
must be at least 18 years of age
must have a high school diploma or GED
must have a valid South Carolina diriver's license (NC DL is acceptable for class 2 officers)
must be a US citizen

Candidate must hold or be able to obtain a Class 2 Detention Officer Certification from the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy within one (1) year of employment. Candidate must agree to undergo a medical test (which includes a TB test performed with a needle) and will be sprayed with OC and undergo a 5 second live exposure with a Taser.

Salary & Benefits:

$41,574.80 starting salary for uncertified candidates
$42,374.80 starting salary for certified candidates
Insurance - SC’s Public Employees State Health Plan
Police Officer’s Retirement Benefits

This position requires you to complete the appropriate Detention Center application.

Title	Office	Date
Diesel Mechanic	Public Works	03/25/2026
Mechanic	Public Works	03/03/2026
Telecommunicator	E-911	02/24/2026
Library Director	Library	02/24/2026
Detention Officer	Detention Center	02/24/2026

Chesterfield County South Carolina

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Chesterfield County
South Carolina