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Whether you're looking for a career in Forensic Science, Undercover Narcotics, or Community Policing, we offer a diverse choice of specialized professions designed to provide our citizens with the finest service and protection available.

The Richland County Sheriff's Department currently employs over 550 uniformed officers, making it one of the largest departments in the state. We offer deputies a wide choice of career opportunities, the finest training, and tremendous potential for advancement. A few of the distinct branches of the Richland County Sheriff's Department are Narcotics, Investigations, Forensics, Boat Patrol, Dive Team, Special Operations Response Team, Bomb Squad, K-9 Unit, Crime Prevention, Training Instructors, School Resource Officers, Community Police Officers, Victims Assistance Officers, Public Information, and Judicial Service Officers.

Requirements:

To become a Deputy Sheriff, Judicial Service Officer, or Court Security Officer with Richland County, you must meet the following qualifications:

  1. For Deputy Sheriff positions, candidate must have a four year degree from an accredited college or university, or Associate Degree and two years of previous law enforcement or military experience, or be a currently certified law enforcement officer.

  2. For Judicial Service Officers and Court Security Officer candidates - must have High School Diploma.

  3. Minimum of 21 years of age.

  4. No criminal history.

  5. Valid South Carolina driver's license with limited violations.

  6. Drug-free background.

  7. Satisfactory background, including financial stability.

  8. Pass a polygraph examination, psychological exam, drug testing, physical fitness test and staff interviews.

  9. Meet physical fitness standards. Including a pre-employment PT Test.

  10. Successfully complete training at the Criminal Justice Academy.

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