The Richland County Sheriff’s Department strives to improve the quality of life of the Richland County community by providing professional, exemplary service through crime prevention and resolution, diverse services, and community partnerships.
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If you're a driven and dedicated individual who wants to make a difference in your community, we would love to have you join our team!
Think you have what it takes to join RCSD?
CONTACT US
We have staff available to provide assistance with: Filling out documentation and preparation for the tests, providing updates on your status in the selection process Information in preparation for the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy and types of training Information about upcoming recruitment events, and answers to any additional questions you may have. Email us: careers@rcsd.net or give us a call: 803-576-1488.
Our Vision
To be a trusted, progressive, service-oriented law enforcement agency.
About RCSD
Richland County Sheriff's Department is comprised of nearly 700 sworn officers and more than 100 non-sworn employees and serves a population of approximately 422,000 people within a 772-square mile area in the Midlands of South Carolina.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
SUBMIT APPLICATION
BACKGROUND CHECK
PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST
PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTS
PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
PRE-EMPLOYMENT POLYGRAPH
INTERVIEW WITH BOARD
SHERIFF INTERVIEW
Applicants Must Complete:
• Background Investigation
• Drug Screening
• Physical Evaluation – Physical Agility Test (PAT)
• Psychological Evaluation
• Polygraph Exam
Applicants Must:
• Have a 4-year degree from an accredited college/university, or Associate Degree and 2 years of previous law enforcement or military experience, or be a currently certified law enforcement officer.
• Judicial Services Officer & Court Security Officer candidates must have a High School Diploma from an accredited school or GED.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have no criminal history.
• Possess a valid driver's license with limited violations.
• Meet physical fitness standards. Including a pre-employment PT Test.
• Successfully complete training at the Criminal Justice Academy.
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