What Dorchester County Sheriff pays
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$58,177
Posting · verified Oct 15, 2026Lateral start
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Not publishedTracked since Oct 1, 2026. We keep every figure a posting has ever stated, so changes show here.
Hiring bonus
$5,000 for new officers.
Entry level eligible for a $5000 signon bonus.Job posting · verified Oct 15, 2026 · sourceOpen jobs at Dorchester County Sheriff
Detention Deputy(Certified) $5000 Entry Level Sign on Bonus Eligible
Summerville, SCCloses Nov 6, 2026$50,739startingDeputy(Certified) **Salary Information Below
Summerville, SCCloses Nov 30, 2026$5,000 bonus$55,940starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- EducationHigh school or GED
- Certification required to applyYes
- Schedule12-hour shifts
How Dorchester County Sheriff compares nearby
All 25 Charleston Area agencies| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Dorchester County | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester County Sheriff | Hiring | $55,940 | — | $5,000 | |
| Harleyville PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Ridgeville PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| St. George PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Bowman PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Branchville PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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