ASSISTANT HUMAN RESOURCE DIRECTOR

Employment Opportunities

The city offers an excellent benefit package that includes State Retirement, paid holidays, health, dental and life insurance, vacation and sick leave.

Applications may be obtained online, or at the City of Camden next to the payment drop box.

Download the application, complete it, and submit it using one of the options below:

Option 1 – Print and Return
Print and sign the application and return it to:

City of Camden
ATTN: Personnel Department
1000 Lyttleton Street
Camden, SC 29020

Option 2 – Email
Save the completed application as a PDF and email it to vdixon@camdensc.org.

ASSISTANT HUMAN RESOURCE DIRECTOR

Are you a people‑first HR professional ready to make a meaningful impact? The City of Camden is seeking a forward‑thinking Assistant Human Resources Director to help shape our workplace culture and support the employees who serve our community every day.

In this role, you’ll:

• Support payroll, benefits, HR systems, and compliance
• Lead recruitment and onboarding efforts
• Partner with leadership to enhance employee experience and engagement
• Help modernize HR practices in a growing city

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Collaborative and people‑focused
• Detail‑oriented and tech‑savvy
• Knowledgeable in employment laws and best practices
• Ready to grow and bring new ideas

Minimum qualifications:
Associate’s degree + 2 years of HR experience (or equivalent combination)

This is more than a job–it’s a chance to build a career with purpose in a community that values service, growth, and balance.

Apply today and help build the future of Camden—one employee at a time.

Download our job application.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF UTILITIES & PUBLIC WORKS

Ready to make a difference in the City of Camden community? We have a dynamic role as Deputy Director of Utilities & Public Works for the City of Camden, serving in a vital leadership capacity to support the Director in the strategic planning, oversight, and daily management of essential municipal services. This role oversees and coordinates operations across a broad range of departments, including water, wastewater, sewer, storm water, sanitation, electric, streets, parks, and garage services. The Deputy Director ensures adherence to city policies and safety standards, responds to citizen inquiries, assists with budget development and financial oversight, and ensures timely and accurate reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electric utilities and public works operations, preferably with a bachelor’s degree, along with at least five years of supervisory experience and in-depth knowledge of electric systems. Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential, as is a comprehensive understanding of municipal infrastructure, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and procurement. The position also requires proficiency in operating standard equipment, balancing multiple priorities, and working effectively in a dynamic, service-oriented environment. A valid South Carolina driver’s license is required. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact on the quality of life in Camden by ensuring the safe, efficient, and responsive delivery of critical city services. Apply today by following the “Employment Opportunities” link at the top of the page.