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Commission approves revised court-marshal rank structure, adds deputy-chief slot; raises to take effect mid-January
Summary
The commission voted unanimously to adopt a revised court-marshal rank structure, including reinstating a deputy-chief position and adjusting grades for transportation marshals; county administrators said the change addresses duties already being performed and costs about $143,626 annually.
Berkeley County commissioners voted to approve a revised rank-and-pay structure for the county’s court marshals during the Jan. 14 meeting, adding a vacant deputy-chief position and upgrading several existing positions to align pay with duties.
Deputy County Administrator Chad Weinbrenner and Chief Marshal (present) explained the change as a response to increased judicial staffing and building-security needs. Weinbrenner said the county’s court-marshal operation now covers multiple buildings and that the pending…
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