Detention Deputy (Juvenile) 3/10/26

Charleston County Government
Charleston, South Carolina 29412 United States  View Map
Posted: May 30, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Public Safety
  • Summary

    Juvenile Detention Deputies

    The Charleston County Sheriff's Office is on the hunt for our next team of non-experienced or experienced Juvenile Detention Deputies If you've got a strong work ethic and a desire to serve, we'll give you all the tools and training you need to succeed.

    At the Juvenile Detention Center, you will work with youth, ages 13-17 years, in a secure twenty-four-hour detention setting. One must be able to interact with all Juvenile Detainees in a fair, firm, compassionate, and consistent manner while reinforcing behavior expectations.

    We Offer:

    • Hourly Pay: Start with an hourly rate of $20.80 - $24.63 (based on education and experience). Overtime (1.5x pay) possibilities are currently available.
    • * Rotating 12.25-Hour Shifts: Rotate day/night shift every 90 days. Day shift 5:45am - 6:00pm and Night shift 5:45pm - 6:00am. Work week schedule: 4 days on, 4 days off, 2 days on, 2 days off. *Mandatory overtime is currently in place, requiring one (1) additional shift per pay period. Know your schedule 1 year in advance!
    • Next-Level Benefits: Get vested in the S.C. Police Retirement Plan in just eight years! We also offer health, dental, and life insurance, plus 14 observed county holidays (paid on days worked) and 7 vacation days a year. We've got you coveredliterallywith all uniforms provided.
    • Free training included: Onsite at Juvenile Detention Center and 3-week course at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy in Columbia, SC -- uniforms are provided!
    • 1 FREE meal provided on every shift! This saves you approximately $2,520 a year! (168 working shifts x $15/meal)
    • Growth Opportunities: Get trained and certified in any field you desire to build knowledge upon like Field Training Instructor, Basic Skills Instructor, Firearms, Gang Intel, Courts, Bond Hearing, Intake, Classification, Lobby, Inmate Programs and more.
    • Eligible Veterans: Our Detention Deputy program has been approved by the VA for the GI Bill. We will assist eligible veterans in applying for their GI Bill benefit.

    For full list of immediate disqualifiers, please visit: ccsojobs.com/detention-deputy.php

    This is your chance to start, or continue, a challenging, and rewarding career. We work hard to make a positive impact on our community.

    OPEN UNTIL FILLED APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

  • Job Description

    Juvenile Detention Deputies

    The Charleston County Sheriff's Office is on the hunt for our next team of non-experienced or experienced Juvenile Detention Deputies If you've got a strong work ethic and a desire to serve, we'll give you all the tools and training you need to succeed.

    At the Juvenile Detention Center, you will work with youth, ages 13-17 years, in a secure twenty-four-hour detention setting. One must be able to interact with all Juvenile Detainees in a fair, firm, compassionate, and consistent manner while reinforcing behavior expectations.

    We Offer:

    • Hourly Pay: Start with an hourly rate of $20.80 - $24.63 (based on education and experience). Overtime (1.5x pay) possibilities are currently available.
    • * Rotating 12.25-Hour Shifts: Rotate day/night shift every 90 days. Day shift 5:45am - 6:00pm and Night shift 5:45pm - 6:00am. Work week schedule: 4 days on, 4 days off, 2 days on, 2 days off. *Mandatory overtime is currently in place, requiring one (1) additional shift per pay period. Know your schedule 1 year in advance!
    • Next-Level Benefits: Get vested in the S.C. Police Retirement Plan in just eight years! We also offer health, dental, and life insurance, plus 14 observed county holidays (paid on days worked) and 7 vacation days a year. We've got you coveredliterallywith all uniforms provided.
    • Free training included: Onsite at Juvenile Detention Center and 3-week course at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy in Columbia, SC -- uniforms are provided!
    • 1 FREE meal provided on every shift! This saves you approximately $2,520 a year! (168 working shifts x $15/meal)
    • Growth Opportunities: Get trained and certified in any field you desire to build knowledge upon like Field Training Instructor, Basic Skills Instructor, Firearms, Gang Intel, Courts, Bond Hearing, Intake, Classification, Lobby, Inmate Programs and more.
    • Eligible Veterans: Our Detention Deputy program has been approved by the VA for the GI Bill. We will assist eligible veterans in applying for their GI Bill benefit.

    For full list of immediate disqualifiers, please visit: ccsojobs.com/detention-deputy.php

    This is your chance to start, or continue, a challenging, and rewarding career. We work hard to make a positive impact on our community.

    OPEN UNTIL FILLED APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

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