Clarendon County Deputy Administrator Sharmane Anderson has been appointed to the National Association of Counties (NACo) Presidential Appointment for the 2024-2025 term. Anderson’s appointment, announced recently, includes serving as Vice Chair of the Finance, Pensions and Intergovernmental Affairs Steering Committee, Vice Chair of the Healthy Counties Advisory Board, and as a member of the Rural Action Caucus (RAC).
A native of Clarendon County, Anderson grew up in the Browntown community. She graduated from Manning High School and furthered her education with a Bachelor of Arts from Francis Marion University in 2004. She then earned a Master of Science in Youth Development Leadership from Clemson University in 2013 and a Juris Doctor from the Charleston School of Law in 2018.
Her diverse career includes roles as an Administrative Hearing Officer for the State of Missouri, a private sector position at a Columbia law firm, and several years at Clarendon Behavioral Health Services under Ann Kirven’s leadership. She also worked at the South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services as an FDA Inspector before being appointed Clarendon County Deputy Administrator in December.
In a previous interview, Anderson acknowledged her established membership in NACo. “My current role through the National Association of Counties allows me to spotlight Clarendon County, where in some instances we are the only county in the state of South Carolina that is represented. I love Clarendon County and all it stands for.”
Clarendon County Administration praised Anderson’s leadership and dedication in a recent social media post, highlighting her invaluable contributions to the community. “We are proud to see her active involvement and leadership representing the State of South Carolina recognized at a national level. Deputy Administrator Anderson’s commitment and dedication have made her an invaluable asset to our community … These roles are a testament to her hard work and vision.”
NACo, founded in 1935, represents nearly 40,000 county elected officials and 3.6 million county employees across the United States. The association advocates for county priorities in federal policymaking, promotes exemplary county policies and practices, nurtures leadership skills, and enriches the public’s understanding of county government.
Anderson’s dedication to youth development is evident through her continued support for local students with college applications and scholarship projects, coaching Junior Varsity and Varsity basketball, and founding a local reading academy. Her community involvement and leadership have made her a prominent figure in Clarendon County and now, with her NACo appointment, her influence extends to a national platform.
As Anderson steps into her new roles, Clarendon County and its residents celebrate her achievements and look forward to the positive impact she will continue to make both locally and nationally.
