Dorchester County is currently accepting applications for the Senior Citizens Tax Work-Off Program through February 20, 2024.

The Senior Citizen Tax Work-Off Program permits senior citizens the opportunity to trade valuable time and needed skills for government services in exchange for compensation equal to their County property tax obligations.

Eligibility

Residents 60 years old (or older), that own property (in their name) in Dorchester County and reside at said property, are eligible to apply.

Compensation

Senior citizens that participate in the SCTWOP are compensated at minimum wage ($7.25 per hour) for the sum equal to the portion on the property tax bill designated for County Operating, County Debt and Capital Improvements.

Note: Applicants are responsible for paying their taxes directly to the Dorchester County Treasurer by the appropriate deadlines.

Participants will be placed in various departments throughout the County and receive a check after they complete the requisite number of hours calculated.

How to Apply

Applications must be sent to Karen Taylor, Dorchester County Business Services, Financial Services Division, by February 20, 2024, to be eligible.

Residents must include a copy of their Property Tax Bill and Driver’s License or other photo identification as proof of residency.

Return Applications to Ms. Karen Taylor via:

• Mail: 201 Johnston Street, St. George, SC 29477
• Email: KTaylor@DorchesterCountySC.gov

Applications may also be picked up from the Business Service Offices from the Kenneth F. Waggoner Building located at 201 Johnston Street in St. George or the Dorchester County Administrator’s Office in the Human Services Building located at 500 North Main Street in Summerville.

Questions? Contact Karen Taylor, at (843) 970-3843

Senior Citizens Tax Work Off Program Application