Charleston County Aviation Authority
Police Department

Join Our   
           Team!  

If you’ve been considering a career in law enforcement, consider the Charleston County Aviation Authority Police Department. Established in 1990, this group of state-certified police officers and civilian support personnel carry out the rewarding mission of "ensuring the safety of the traveling public in the Charleston County Airport District." The Department’s jurisdiction includes the county’s three primary airports: Charleston International, Charleston Executive, and Mt. Pleasant Regional Airport.

It is the job of the Aviation Authority Police Officers to investigate all reported crimes and emergencies within their jurisdiction, as well as to support civilian aviation by enforcing federal air regulations and state/local laws. In addition, the Department provides such services as:

• Administration

• Traffic Services/Accident Investigation

• Emergency Communications

• Patrol Operations

• Investigations

• Aviation Security

• Dignitary Protection

 
As the chief law enforcement agency for the airports, the Department insists on personnel with sound values and high moral standards. If these words describe you, a challenging and exciting career opportunity with the Aviation Authority may be possible…a career that offers exceptional benefits, ongoing educational opportunities, special training, and equal opportunity employment practices.

Working with the Charleston County Aviation Authority Police Department means doing something special for the community. It means protecting people’s lives and property, helping maintain a safe and secure environment for the aviation traveler, and much more. It is truly a career in which you can take pride!
   

  
If you are interested in becoming a member of our team, contact the Aviation Authority Police Department at (843) 767-7047 or complete the online
Pre-Application Employment Interest Card.

The card will be held on file for one year. You will be notified of any Police Department vacancies during that period. If you are still interested in applying for a position, you must complete an application for the Charleston County Aviation Authority.