Charleston County Government

Back in March, Charleston County employees volunteered during Charleston Habitat for Humanity's Women Build week to help build this beautiful home. On Tuesday, the new resident, Theresa, was given keys and officially welcomed into her new home. Congratulations, Theresa, and many thanks to all who helped make this homecoming possible.

We recognized Margie Gamble, DE&I Officer at Charleston County, with the Diversity Champion of the Year Award for her undeniable impact in ensuring everyone in our community has equal opportunity to live, learn and earn. Listen to Margie discuss the value of DE&I and her wish for everyone to become diversity champions.

We hope you have a safe and happy day celebrating Juneteenth! Reminder: Our offices are closed in observation of this holiday. Recycling collection schedule will proceed as scheduled.

Last week, Charleston County EMS proudly graduated 21 students from its comprehensive 14-week Emergency Medical Services Academy. This new class of EMTs, which achieved a 100% pass rate, is now fully certified and hard at work keeping the citizens of Charleston County safe. More via WCIV | ABC News 4: https://lnkd.in/eN2274vG

Today, Charleston County officials released the following statements on the tragic passing of Emergency Management Director Joe Coates following a courageous battle with cancer. Coates passed away peacefully surrounded by family. "Today, our hearts are heavy as we mourn the passing of Joe Coates, who was not just an exceptional Emergency Management Director but a good man and a cherished friend. Joe’s leadership and dedication to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our community were second to none, and his loss will be felt by all who had the great privilege of knowing him. Our prayers are with his family and loved ones during this unimaginably difficult time." –Charleston County Council Chairman Herb Sass "Joe’s passing is a profound loss for the Charleston County community and all who were touched by his strength, kindness, and compassion. His leadership was not just about protocols and procedures, it was about forging connections, instilling hope, and navigating crises with equal parts calm and resolve. May his memory be a blessing that inspires us all to serve with the passion that he embodied each and every day." –Charleston County Public Safety Committee Chair Jenny Costa Honeycutt “The impact that Joe had on Charleston County not just as an organization, but as a community, cannot be overstated. For years, I had the privilege of working alongside him during times of both crisis and calm and saw first-hand how his steady leadership and trusted expertise shaped our Emergency Management program into one of the best in the nation. Joe’s legacy will endure through the countless lives he positively impacted, and he will be greatly missed by all.” –Charleston County Administrator Bill Tuten On May 16, 2024, during a special meeting of County Council attended by Joe and his family, friends, and colleagues, members of Council voted unanimously to rename the Emergency Operations Center the Joe Coates Emergency Operations Center. Coates began working for Charleston County in 2008. He was named Interim Director of Emergency Management in July 2021 and Director in January 2022.

Join our team! We are looking for a qualified individual to become our Emergency Management Specialist- Hazardous Materials. To learn more about the requirements and benefits please visit: www.workfor911.com We hope to see your application soon!

We hope you have a great Memorial Day! Today we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Charleston County offices are closed today in observance of Memorial Day.

 Happy EMS Week! Today and every day, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible members of our Charleston County EMS Department who work tirelessly to keep us safe and healthy. Your dedication, courage, and compassion do not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do to serve our community with excellence and care! #EMSWeek #ThankYouFirstResponder

Last Friday, quite a few Charleston County employees rocked their green in support of Mental Health Awareness Month! Your mental health matters! Good mental health can help you cope with stress and improve your quality of life. Get tips and resources from the National Institute of Mental Health to help take care of your mental health. https://go.nih.gov/MwIvqFY #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthMonth

Are you interested in serving your community? Charleston County Council is looking for residents to serve on various boards and commissions and the application deadline of June 8 is approaching! More information & how to apply: https://lnkd.in/eXZyvtan