Becky Carter ACSO

08/24/2026

Make a Difference in Our Community — Become a School Crossing Guard!

The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office is looking for dependable, community-minded individuals to join our team as School Crossing Guards.

Crossing Guards play an important role in keeping our children and families safe as they travel to and from school each day. This is an opportunity to serve your community, build positive relationships with students and families, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. If you are responsible, attentive, and enjoy working with children and serving your community, we would love to hear from you.

Join the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office by submitting your application to [email protected] or you may drop off the application packet at our recruiting office located at 1428 Pearman Dairy Rd, Anderson.
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08/24/2026

08/21/2026

Congratulations ACSO 26-2 on graduation today. Officially Deputy Hanks, Deputy Morfin and Deputy Farr.

08/20/2026

ACSO Class 26-2 will be graduating from Basic LEO tomorrow in Columbia.

Congratulations to Basic Law Enforcement Class #862. South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy Director Jackie Swindler and staff appreciate your dedication and wish you the best in this extraordinary career.

Graduation will take place on Friday August 21, 2026, at 10:00 am at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy located at 5400 Broad River Road, Columbia, South Carolina 29212. If you can't make the graduation in-person you can watch the ceremony live here on FACEBOOK. The live FACEBOOK feed will begin at 10:00 am.

The guest speaker will be Sheriff Leon Lott, Richland County Sheriff's Department.

Again, we would like to extend our congratulations to Basic Law Enforcement Class #862

08/17/2026

🎓⭐️This past Friday August 14, our most recent Graduates of the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy - Basic Detention 🎓 ⭐️

Detention Officer Howard, Detention Officer Cliburn and Detention Officer Davison.
A huge congratulations for reaching this important milestone.

Yall have done a great job..

Our Detention Team recently took part in the graduation ceremony at the Criminal Justice Academy for our newly minted Class Two Detention Deputies. Let's extend a warm welcome to Anderson County’s newest sworn detention deputies!

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If you are interested in becoming a part of our Agency Family, contact [email protected] or visit our website
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08/16/2026

🇺🇸🐎Let it begin!!

Saturday Night…. 2nd round of Anderson County Sheriffs Foundation Rodeo - great time 🐎🇺🇸

08/13/2026

On behalf of South Carolina Criminal Justice Director, Chief Jackie Swindler and all of the academy staff, we would like to congratulate Basic Detention class #490 on their completion of the Basic Detention Academy.

Graduation ceremony will be held Friday, August 14, 2026, at 10:00 am at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy located on 5400 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC 29212. If you cannot make the graduation in person, you can watch the ceremony live right here on this page. The live feed will begin at 10:00 a.m.

The guest speaker for the graduation will be Major Nick Gallam, Jail Administrator for Aiken County Sheriff's Office. Major Gallam has dedicated 24 years of service to law enforcement and public service. Gallam has an associate degree from in Criminal Justice from Aiken Technical College and 2012 he earned his certified Jail Manager (CJA) credential. He is also a graduate of the 18th class of National Jail Leadership Academy.

Major Gallam is a respected proven leader. He is the past President of the South Carolina Jail administrators' Association. In 2025 Major Gallam received the Stom Thurman award for Excellence in Law Enforcement.

Major Gallam is a retired military service member. He has been married to his wife, Jessica, for 25 years and they have two wonderful children together.

Again, congratulations to Basic Detention Class #4890. We appreciate your dedication and hard work

08/12/2026

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a lasting difference in the lives of students, families, and your community?

The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office is looking for dedicated and motivated law enforcement professionals to join our School Resource Officer (SRO) Division.
SROs play a vital role in creating safe and positive learning environments while building meaningful relationships with students, staff, and families.

If you are a Class 1 Certified Law Enforcement Officer who is ready for a new challenge and wants to make a difference beyond the badge, or if you are looking to begin your career in Law Enforcement, we encourage you to take the next step in your career with ACSO.

Submit your application or contact our Recruiting Division at [email protected] for more information.

Your next opportunity to make a difference starts here!
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08/12/2026

Anderson County Sheriff's Office is taking applications for Communications Operator.

12 hours fixed shifts / 7a-7p and 7p-7a
Every other weekend off
Competitive pay
Great County Benefit Package
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
Paid vacation, sick and holidays
Training provided by agency
Additional Compensation for Education and Military
Opportunities for Career Growth

ACSO is Looking for people who want to help people.

Leadership opportunities and Team atmosphere.

Submit your application packet to [email protected] or contact our Recruiting Division for more information. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you begin your career with ACSO!
Apply today and start your process!
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