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Job description
Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision, plans, coordinates and directs the actions of the security staff and oversees security, custody and control of inmates in assigned unit(s) of a medium/maximum security facility.
Assumes primary responsibility for security of all buildings and public property.
Makes routine checks of the unit(s) to ensure subordinate staff are performing their duties properly and safely, and that cleanliness and OSHA standards are maintained.
Assists with all inmates counts for accuracy.
Investigates complaints and violations; arbitrates disputes among inmate population and correctional staff.
Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks SCDC Basic Training upon hire.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements
A high school diploma and relevant experience. A bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for the required experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements
A high school diploma and three (3) years’ experience in correctional, security, military, or police work to include one (1) year of supervisory experience.
A degree in criminal Justice or a related degree may substitute for supervisory experience year for year (associate and above = 1 year).
Must be certified by the SCDC training academy and successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.
Benefits For State Employees
health and dental insurance
retirement and savings plan options
paid vacation and sick leave
work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules
Insurance Benefits
health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits
dental
vision
term life insurance
long term disability
flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses
Retirement Benefits
defined benefit and defined contribution plans
South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options
Workplace Benefits
tuition assistance
holiday, annual and sick leave
discounts on purchases, travel and more
Note: The benefits above are available to most state 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 as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01 Are you currently an employee of the South Carolina Department of Corrections?
Yes
No
02 If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)
03 For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.
04 Are you a U.S. Citizen?
Yes
No
05 How would you describe your level of education?
High School Diploma or GED
Some College
Associates Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
None of the Above
06 How much professional experience do you have in correctional, security, military, or police work?
Less than a year
1 Year, less than 2
2 Years, less than 3
3 Years, less than 4
4 years, less than 5
5 years, less than 6
6 years, less than 7
7 years, less than 8
8 years, less than 9
9 years, less than 10
10 or more years
None of the Above.
07 How much supervisory experience do you have in correctional, security, military, or police work?
Less than a year
1 Year, less than 2
2 Years, less than 3
3 Years, less than 4
4 years, less than 5
5 years, less than 6
6 years, less than 7
7 years, less than 8
8 years, less than 9
9 years, less than 10
10 or more years
None of the Above.
08 Do you have a degree in Criminal Justice or a related degree that may substitute for supervisory experience?
Yes
No
Required Question
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Worksite address
columbia, SC, 29228, US
Who can apply
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