Employee Status

Full Time          FLSA: Exempt

 

The Town of Hampton, South Carolina, is actively recruiting for a community-oriented, progressive leader from within the state of South Carolina to serve as Chief of Police.

 

Job Duties

This position provides executive leadership for the Hampton Police Department, overseeing all law enforcement operations including patrol, investigations, traffic enforcement, community policing, and emergency response and operations. This position oversees recruitment, training, discipline, and performance of personnel. Additionally, the Chief prepares and administers a $1.3M annual departmental budget, develops and enforces policies ensuring legal and constitutional compliance, leads critical incidents, collaborates with partner agencies, and builds public trust through transparency and community engagement.

 

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University is preferred, or a combination of an associate degree and a minimum of four years of law enforcement experience in a senior supervisory or command-level role is required. Demonstrated experience leading personnel, managing operations, and overseeing an annual budget in excess of $1M. Proven ability to lead during critical incidents and under public scrutiny. Valid South Carolina law enforcement officer certification and a valid South Carolina driver's license are required before appointment.

 

Annual Salary Range:

$70,000 - $80,000

 

Application Process

Interested candidates should provide a resume, a minimum of three references, and a cover letter by 5:00 pm, September 30, 2026.

Shannon Altman

Town of Hampton, SC

shaltman@hamptonsc.gov

608 First St. W, Hampton, SC  29924

(803)943-2951

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status by applicable federal, state, or local law.