High School diploma or GED required; physical exam indicating suitability to perform as law enforcement officer; favorable background investigation; valid driver’s license with no conviction of DUI; and must be 21 years of age.

Under general supervision, patrols Barnwell County and performs general policy work and public services as required in order to maintain public safety and welfare.  Investigates crimes, responds to emergency situations and performs other duties in the maintenance of department effectiveness and efficiency.  Reports to the Sheriff.

Barnwell County is now accepting applications for a full time Equipment Operator.  Under regular supervision, operates heavy equipment and vehicles in order to perform various road maintenance and construction tasks for Barnwell County.  Uses various tools and performs manual labor to accomplish related assignments.  Operates a motor grader, backhoe and other various types of equipment to perform tasks associated with road construction and maintenance including: grading, digging drainage ditches, hauling sand and debris, etc.  Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs of equipment.  Exercises care and safety in the use of equipment and tools required to complete assigned tasks.  Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:  Requires one to two years of experience in heavy equipment operation and/or construction, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.  A CDL license is not required, but is preferred.

Barnwell County is now accepting applications for an equipment operator.  Under regular supervision, operates vehicles and heavy equipment in order to help insure proper and safe operations and provide adequate landfill services to the residents of Barnwell County.  Uses various tools and equipment to accomplish related assignments.  Reports to the Solid Waste Supervisor.

Minimum Requirements:  Requires a high school diploma or GED, or any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.  CDL is required.

Barnwell County is now accepting applications for the full-time position of Deputy Treasurer.  Barnwell County offers a competitive salary and fringe benefits, which includes medical, dental, and vision, SC Retirement, and 401(k).  Under the supervision of the Treasurer, the applicant will assist the Treasurer with accounting and bookkeeping tasks.  Receives and accounts for tax payments from customers and performs various clerical duties as necessary to maintain efficient and productive office operations.

This position reports to the Treasurer.  Minimum requirements for this position are as follows:

Must have a college degree with course work in accounting or related field supplemented by three to five years of experience in bookkeeping, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Applications may be obtained at the Business Office, Room 223, County Administration Building, 57 Wall Street, Barnwell SC 29812 or go to www.barnwellcountysc.us to obtain an application.