Dorchester County Government

Behind the scenes at the Emergency Operations Center: Representatives from across Dorchester County's departments, including Dorchester County Sheriff's Office, Dorchester County Emergency Medical Services, Dorchester County Consolidated Dispatch, Dorchester County Fire Rescue, Animal Control, IT, Building Services, Assessor's Office, Public Works, Faciliites, Fleet, Dorchester County Parks and Recreation and Water & Sewer, along with our partners from Dorchester School District 4, and Dorchester School District Two, and our municipalities, came together for a crucial After Action Review. Led by our Dorchester County Emergency Management Department, this meeting focused on evaluating our recent preparations, response, and recovery efforts. Together, we’re committed to learning, improving, and ensuring the safety and well-being of our community.

The Dorchester County Fire Rescue Marine Division Crews have gone above and beyond in their service to our community. Starting on Saturday, August 3, they prepped their equipment and were ready to respond at a moment's notice. From Monday, August 5 through Sunday, August 11, these dedicated teams, each including a member of Dorchester County Emergency Medical Services, worked tirelessly, around the clock, rescuing 48 people and a number of pets, including cats, dogs, and chickens. After a much-needed rest on Sunday, August 11, with a state team stepping in, our County teams were back in action on Monday, August 12, and will continue their efforts until this flooding event is over. We are incredibly grateful for their dedication, bravery, and unwavering commitment to keeping us safe. Thank you to every member of these teams—you are true heroes!

Thank you to the dedicated Mass Care Team working behind the scenes to make sure that shelters were available in both parts of Dorchester County during the recent flood event. * Tammy Thompson, Dorchester County HR Director * Kristi Bear, Director of Dorchester County Social Services Not pictured are our Salvation Army partners, who provided meals to many of our first responders, shelter workers, and those residing in our shelters all last week. It takes a dedicated team to respond to emergencies of this magnitude, and we are grateful to everyone who has worked 12-hour shifts each day since August 4.

As we enter our seventh day at Dorchester County's Emergency Operations Center, our team remains dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. We are currently at OPCON1, maintaining 24/7 operations due to the ongoing challenges posed by multiple road closures from flooding and storm damage. Our efforts are focused on closely monitoring the Edisto and Ashley Rivers, as well as responding to emergency rescue situations across the county. The dedication and resilience of our staff and first responders during this time have been nothing short of remarkable. Thank you to everyone for your continued cooperation and patience. We’re all in this together, and we’ll keep working hard to protect our community.

Day 2 at OPCON 1 in response to Tropical Storm Debby. We’re on pace to break rainfall records set during the October 2015 1,000 Year Floods. Leadership have been briefed, the Dorchester County Government EOC is appropriately staffed, resources prepositioned, and the public is informed. #TeamDorchester is ready.

Our Dorchester County Council and Government leaders have been actively participating in the 2024 SCAC Annual Conference and Institute of Government! Highlights from the event include: * Capital Projects Manager Jordyn Baker and former CFO Daniel Prentice leading the Public Budgeting Course. * Tracey Langley, Clerk to Council, honored for 10 years of dedicated service by her peers. * Congratulations to Councilwoman Ranck, Councilwoman Holman, Clerk to Council Tracey Langley, and Deputy Administrator of Public Safety Mario Formisano for graduating from the Institute of Government for County Officials! * SCAC 3rd Vice President and Councilman Chinnis sharing his expertise on a panel. It's been a productive and engaging time filled with learning and collaboration. We're excited to bring back new ideas to enhance our community!

Today we had all hands on deck at the new Dorchester County Emergency Operations Center as we simulated response efforts following a major hurricane. This large-scale emergency exercise brought together our dedicated teams to test and refine our post-storm response, Joint Information Center operations, and internal communications. Through these exercises, we ensure our readiness and maximize our capabilities in emergency operations. We appreciate the participation of all involved organizations and remain committed to the safety and preparedness of our community.

Dorchester County is hosting another onsite hiring event to fill multiple positions within the Water and Sewer Department! Join us on July 17th, 2024, from 10 AM to 2 PM at 235 Deming Way in Summerville for this accelerated hiring event. Positions Available: * System Operator Apprentices (D, C, B, and A) * Sr. Civil Engineering Technician * Utility Crew Supervisor * Stormwater—Civil Engineering Technician Applicants are encouraged to apply online in advance at our Dorchester County Employment webpage. Walk-ins are welcome, and same-day, onsite interviews will be conducted for all positions! For more information, please contact Ms. Eloise Davis, Human Resources Recruiter: (843) 832-1640 or [email protected]. Don't miss this opportunity to join our team!

In celebration of Park and Recreation Month, Dorchester County Council proudly recognized the incredible dedication and hard work of our Parks and Recreation staff. Their commitment to maintaining our parks and providing outstanding recreational opportunities enriches our community and enhances our quality of life. Thank you to the BEST Dorchester County Parks and Recreation team who make our parks a wonderful place for everyone to enjoy!

Join us on July 11th, 2024, from 11 AM to 2 PM at 2120 E. Main Street, Dorchester, SC, to fill positions in the Public Works and Facilities Maintenance Departments! Date: Thursday. July 11th, 2024 Time: 11 AM - 2 PM Location: 2120 E. Main Street, Dorchester, SC Positions Available: • Road Technicians • Crew Supervisor • Equipment Operators • Facilities Maintenance Ground Technicians • Facilities Maintenance Crew Leader Apply online at Dorchester County Jobs. Walk-ins welcome, with same-day interviews! For more info, contact Eloise Davis at (843) 832-1640 or [email protected].