Charleston County Sheriff's Office
Amanda Albright is an experienced law enforcement professional with a robust background in corrections and social services. Currently serving as a Deputy Sheriff and Detention Deputy Recruitment Specialist at the Charleston County Sheriff's Office since July 2013, Amanda handles the custody and supervision of inmates while also leading recruitment efforts through various marketing initiatives. From July 2012 to January 2013, Amanda worked as a Social Service Coordinator at Pioneer Human Services, focusing on job placement for diverse job seekers, including ex-offenders. Prior roles include Classification Caseworker and Correctional Officer with the South Carolina Department of Corrections, where Amanda managed inmate classifications, security, and ensured compliance with safety standards. Amanda holds a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice and Corrections and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, both obtained from Charleston Southern University.
Charleston County Sheriff's Office
Today, the Charleston County Sheriff's Office is one of the largest full-service Sheriff's Offices in the State of South Carolina. Charleston County is South Carolina's seventh largest county geographically and its third-most populous. As a political subdivision, Charleston County has been in existence since 1682, as one of three original counties in South Carolina. The Sheriff's Office serves a complex and diverse population which continues to experience steady population growth. Latest U. S. Census reports indicate a population of 365,209 in an area of 916.0 square miles. Along with its cultural, recreational, and historical attractions, Charleston County boasts 90 miles of coastline and 192 miles of creeks and rivers. The agency is proud to be internationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, the American Corrections Association, and the National Commission on Correctional Health Care reflecting the commitment of the Sheriff's Office to continually improve the quality of law enforcement service provided to the citizens of Charleston County.