Employment Opportunities

Full time Public Safety Officer

We are currently accepting for full and part time police officers.

The City of Folly Beach is a small island located nine miles southeast of Charleston SC.  There are approximately 2500 year-round residents with an abundance of visitors during our warm months. The City Council and Staff work together to create excellent working conditions and generous benefits. We aspire to be an eclectic and relaxed community centered around the livability of residents and families while welcoming visitors.  As employees of the City we stand as leaders in environmental protection and resilience while building on a foundation of fiscal responsibility.  As a full-service Municipal Government, we aim to preserve the quality of life, protect the environment and accommodate the visitors.

Currently, our Public Safety Department is accepting applications for the position of Full Time Police Officers.  Successful applicants will be required to pass a physical, psychological test, polygraph test and extensive background check.  South Carolina LE1 certified candidates preferred. Officers certified in other states are also encouraged to apply. Other qualification requirements include the following:  must have attained the age of 21, possession of a high school diploma or GED, US Citizenship, and no convictions for domestic batteries or any crimes that include the use of a firearm. The City offers a full benefit package to include health, dental and long-term disability insurance paid by the City.  Vision, dental plus, supplemental ltd and optional life are also available for employees to fund.  Starting Salary for SC LE1 certified applicants is $39878.  Successful applicant will also be eligible for $2410.00 for 11 paid holidays.  Certification stipend bonuses are available for up to $8K annually for additional certifications possessed or obtained during employment i.e firefighter, EMS, Instructor, water rescue, DRE, etc. Overtime opportunities available upon completion of field training. Minorities and females are encouraged to apply. Please complete the online application here: Folly Beach Online Employment Application. Questions may be directed to Human Resources at 843-513-1837 or Kathryn Battey at kbattey@cityoffollybeach.com. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The City of Folly Beach is an equal opportunity employer.

Dispatchers

All full time positions are currently filled, but still accepting applications for future consideration.

The City of Folly Beach is accepting applications for the positions of part-time and full-time Public Safety Dispatchers. Police and Fire emergency dispatch experience and NCIC certified preferred. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, possess a high school diploma and clear an extensive background check, polygraph, fit for duty medical exam and psychological evaluation.  Medical and psychological testing will be scheduled once the conditional offer of employment is accepted by the applicant.  We offer an excellent benefit package for full time positions including SC PEBA State Retirement and Health Insurance.  Starting wage is $14/hour part-time and $14.75/hour full time. Please complete the online application here: Folly Beach Online Employment Application.  Resumes and/or questions may be emailed to Kathryn Battey at kbattey@cityoffollybeach.com.

Beach and Parking Patrol

All full time positions are currently filled, but still accepting applications for future consideration.

The City of Folly Beach is currently accepting applications for Beach and Parking Patrol.  Candidates must be at least 18 years old, have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation.  Extensive background checks will be completed for applicants that are considered for employment.  The Beach Patrol will assist beachgoers with questions regarding ordinances that affect the beach and will be responsible for keeping their areas free of debris.  Parking Patrol will be responsible for ticketing violators of local and state parking ordinances.  The position are seasonal, part-time/temporary.  The wage is $12.00 per hour.  Applications are available at Folly Beach Online Employment Application or they may be picked up at 21 Center Street Folly Beach SC.  You may also e-mail the applications and/or resumes to kbattey@cityoffollybeach.com.  The City of Folly Beach is an equal opportunity employer.

Full-Time Firefighter

All full time positions are currently filled, but still accepting applications for future consideration.

The City of Folly Beach is accepting applications for the position of full-time firefighter.  Successful applicant will be required to pass a physical, psychological test, polygraph test and extensive background check.   Firefighter II certified candidates preferred. Qualification requirements include the following: must be 21 years old, possession of a high school diploma or GED, have US Citizenship, and a valid SC driver’s license.  The City offers a full benefit package to include health, dental and long-term disability insurance paid by the City.  Vision, dental plus, supplemental ltd and optional life are also available.  The City of Folly Beach is a member of SC PEBA retirement systems.  Starting Salary for the position is $39770.  Successful applicant will also be eligible for $1797.00 for 11 paid holidays.  Minorities and females are encouraged to apply. Please complete the online application here: Folly Beach Online Employment Application.  Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.Questions may be directed to Human Resources at 843-513-1837 or Kathryn Battey at kbattey@cityoffollybeach.com. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  The City of Folly Beach is an equal opportunity employer.

Part Time Public Safety Officer

The City of Folly Beach is accepting applications for the position of part time Police Officer.  Successful applicant will be required to pass a physical, psychological test, polygraph test and extensive background check.  South Carolina LE1 certified candidates preferred. Officers certified in other states are also encouraged to apply. Other qualification requirements include possession of a high school diploma or GED, US Citizenship, and no convictions for domestic batteries or any crimes that include the use of a firearm. Rate for this position is $14.00 an hour.  Minorities and females are encouraged to apply. Applications are available at Folly Beach Online Employment Application. Questions may be directed to Human Resources at 843-513-1837 or Kathryn Battey at kbattey@cityoffollybeach.com. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  The City of Folly Beach is an equal opportunity employer.

Part Time Firefighters

The City of Folly Beach is accepting applications for the position of part-time firefighter.  The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid South Carolina driver’s license with a Class E endorsement, fire fighter II certification and experience as a pump operator and driver.  An EMT certification is preferred.  Applicant must be 21 years of age to be considered.  The position pays $12 per hour and requires 24 hour shifts.  The City of Folly Beach is a Member of SC PEBA retirement systems.  Please complete the online application here: Folly Beach Online Employment Application.  Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.  Questions may be directed to kbattey@cityoffollybeach.com.

Come back soon for more information on job opportunities at the City of Folly Beach.

The City of Folly Beach is an equal opportunity employer.