DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS LICENSE AND HOSPITALITY TAX

DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS LICENSE AND HOSPITALITY TAX

Salary

$53,139.22 - $67,752.97 Annually

Location

201 Johnston Street, St. George, SC 29477, SC

Job Type

FULL-TIME

Job Number

02442

Department

BUSINESS LICENSE

Opening Date

07/24/2026

Closing Date

8/21/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

• Description
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Description

The purpose of this job is to plan, direct and supervise all business license and hospitality tax programs and interpret and enforce the Business License Ordinance; to ensure compliance among businesses regarding the Zoning Ordinance; to handle complaints on businesses within the County; and to prepare and maintain required documentation on businesses and their licenses. and to perform related professional, administrative and supervisory work as required. The class researches and formulates short-range goals for the organization, reviews policy and position papers.

This position works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level.

Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plans, organizes and directs all business license programs and enforcement including hospitality tax. Interprets and enforces ordinances governing the issuance of business licenses, and contractor licenses; assist the public with general information and completing required licensing forms.
• Process business license applications, determining which inspections are necessary for approval of licensing; communicates with the Fire, Zoning and other applicable departmental personnel when required for approval of business licenses.
• Maintain information sheets and other documentation for distribution to the public concerning business licenses.
• Conducts field audits and license inspections of businesses operating within the County; audits businesses' financial records to determine validity of gross receipts reported.
• Receives and investigates complaints regarding businesses operating without Business Licenses. Collects, receives and processes payments for license fees; updates payments in the permitting system.
• Ensures the department's compliance with applicable state and local laws and regulations.
• Supervises assigned staff. Supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; selecting new employees; acting on employee problems; recommending and approving employee discipline; and recommending discharge as appropriate.
• Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; and offers advice and assistance as needed.
• Provides for adequate staff training and development opportunities.
• Develops and administers the department budget; ensures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities and time.
• Maintains time records for time sheets; reports timekeeping information for payroll purposes.
• Assists in the development and implementation of an annual department work plan based on County goals and values, growth and development issues, and state and federal laws.
• Provides professional expertise and assistance with the more complicated or controversial work assignments and issues.
• Ensures the proper maintenance of vehicles and equipment assigned to the department.
• Coordinates department activities and functions with those of other County departments, municipalities and outside agencies as appropriate.
• Represents the department and County at various local, regional conferences and meetings; serves as liaison to other counties, municipalities, state agencies, various boards and commissions, other professionals and the general public.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration or related discipline.
• Four years of closely related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Requirements

Special Qualifications:

Must possess a valid state driver's license.

Must possess or be able to obtain Class III Basic Law Enforcement Certification through the SCCJA within one year of hire date or transfer into position.

Must possess or be able to obtain Accreditation in Business Licensing through the MASC within 2 years of hire or transfer into position.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

Work is performed regularly making decisions that could lead to major community or organizational consequences upon failure to make the appropriate decision at the time.

Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours of 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Employees must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays during emergencies or as requested.

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:

https://www.dorchestercounty.net/index.aspx?page=227

Benefits for County Employees

County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.

Healthcare Benefits

(Full-time employees)

Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. Weve maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.

www.eip.sc.gov/

Retirement Benefits

In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.

http://www.retirement.sc.gov/

Workplace Benefits

In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

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The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers or copy and paste the same answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or Public Administration or related discipline?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least Four (4) years of closely related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have at least 1 -2 years of supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have and able to maintain a valid state drivers license?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have any driving violations? Please list violation and date.

07

If selected for this position, I understand that am required to possess or be able to obtain Class III Basic Law Enforcement Certification through the SCCJA within one year of the hire date or transfer date into position. I also understand that I must maintain certification during employment.

• Yes
• No

08

If selected for this position, I understand that I will be required to possess or be able to obtain Accreditation in Business Licensing through the MASC within 2 years of hire or transfer into position. I also understand that I must maintain certification during employment.

• Yes
• No

09

Please describe your experience as it relates to knowledge of the sales and use tax law, local and district taxes, and explaining those laws to taxpayers and tax professionals.

10

Do you have experience in interpreting codes or ordinances and explaining them in detail to customers? If yes, briefly explain.

11

Describe your skill in usage in Microsoft Office Suite products.

12

This position requires from time to time to work outside a normal 8:30 to 5:00 work schedule. Are you able to fulfill this requirement?

• Yes
• No

13

Evenings and weekend work may be required for surveillance and handling code enforcement issues to help document and build a case record with other agency departments, sheriff's office, and other county code officials. Are you willing to be flexible with your hours and work evenings and weekends, if required?

• Yes
• No

14

This position is located onsite primarily in Summerville. There will be times that you will need to work from the St. George Office Are you willing to work from these locations?

• Yes
• No

15

Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment. Also, indicate timeframe of unemployment under work history.

Required Question

Employer Dorchester County

Address 201 Johnston Street

St. George, South Carolina, 29477

Phone 843-832-1640

Website http://www.dorchestercountysc.gov