Employment Opportunities

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. Qualification/Certification requirements include the following: Firefighter II, Haz-Mat operations, SC Class E driver’s license, current EMT certification or higher medical training and preferred EVDT. Also, must be 21 years old, possession of a high school diploma or GED, have US Citizenship. 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 $42958.00. Successful applicant will also be eligible for $1942.00 for 11 paid holidays. Certification stipend bonuses are available for up to $9.5K annually for additional certifications possessed or obtained during employment i.e firefighter, EMS, Instructor, water rescue, DRE, etc. 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. Inquiries may be directed to Human Resources at 843-513-1837 or Anderson Still at astill@follybeach.gov. The City of Folly Beach is an equal opportunity employer.

Full time Public Safety Officer

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 $43496.42. Successful applicant will also be eligible for $2629.50 for 11 paid holidays. Certification stipend bonuses are available for up to $9.5K 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 Anderson Still at astill@follybeach.gov. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The City of Folly Beach is an equal opportunity employer.

Folly Beach Chief Municipal Court Judge

           The City of Folly Beach is accepting applications for the position of part-time Chief Municipal Court Judge. Folly Beach Municipal Court is held every Friday morning and the Chief Judge generally presides over court two times per month, based on a schedule set by the Chief Municipal Court Judge with input from the Associate Judge. The Chief Judge is also responsible for periodically signing warrants and returns from the Folly Beach Public Safety Department as well as administrative scheduling and other matters outside of Court. 

The City seeks applications from attorneys licensed to practice law in South Carolina whose other work does not involve representation of clients in Folly Beach criminal cases. The position is appointed by City Council pursuant to City Code 32.07 and SC Code 14-25-1. This will be a two-year term beginning July 1, 2023, and ending July 1 2025. The starting annual salary is $11,448 per year. City Council has placed additional funds equaling a total salary of $12,249.36 into a reserve and may adjust the salary mid-term. The position participates in the South Carolina Retirement System administered by SCPEBA.

          Interested individuals may complete the application and attach a cover letter with their resume (CLICK HERE). All applications and resumes are due by June 2, 2023. Inquiries may be emailed to Anderson Still at astill@follybeach.gov or by phone at 843-513-1837.

Folly Beach Associate Municipal Court Judge

           The City of Folly Beach is accepting applications for the position of part-time Associate Municipal Court Judge. Folly Beach Municipal Court is held every Friday morning and the Associate Judge generally presides over court two times per month, based on a schedule set by the Chief Municipal Court Judge with input from the Associate Judge. The Associate Judge is also responsible for periodically signing warrants and returns from the Folly Beach Public Safety Department as well as administrative scheduling and other matters outside of Court. 

The City seeks applications from attorneys licensed to practice law in South Carolina whose other work does not involve representation of clients in Folly Beach criminal cases. The position is appointed by City Council pursuant to City Code 32.07 and SC Code 14-25-1. This will be a two-year term beginning July 1, 2023, and ending July 1, 2025. The starting annual salary is $9,288 per year. City Council has placed additional funds equaling a total salary of $9,938.16 into a reserve and may adjust the salary mid-term. The position participates in the South Carolina Retirement System administered by SCPEBA.

           Interested individuals may complete the application and attach a cover letter with their resume (CLICK HERE). All applications and resumes are due by June 2, 2023. Inquiries may be emailed to Anderson Still at astill@follybeach.gov or by phone at 843-513-1837.