Captain (013872) Lee Correctional Institution, Bishopville (LEE) Level 3

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated supervisor to oversee the daily operations within a correctional facility. This role is crucial for ensuring the safety and security of all personnel and inmates while coordinating effectively with various staff members. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in security or law enforcement and possess excellent leadership skills. With a commitment to equal opportunity, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a vital public service role. If you are passionate about maintaining safety and leading a team, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work.
• Must complete SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Directs day-to-day operations of uniformed staff and inmates.
• Ensures security and safety of staff, inmates, and visitors.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Security Operations

Crisis Management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

• .Directs and supervises the day-to-day operations and activities of the uniformed staff and inmates.
• Ensures the security and safety of all staff, inmates, and visitors.
• Under minimum supervision and guided by written policies and procedures, allocates officers and other resources to various duty shifts and functional areas.
• Coordinates with institutional classification and treatment staff to ensure effective integration of all security/treatment operations and activities.

Must successfully complete eight (8) week SCDC Basic Training upon hire.
Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services
803-896-1649
[e-mail]

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and relevant supervisory experience. A bachelor's degree in a related field may be substitute for the required supervisory experience

SCDC Minimum Requirements:

(Or an acceptable equivalency as approved by the Division of State Human Resources)

• Six (6) years of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work to include two (2) year of supervisory experience.

• A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for supervisory experience year for year (associate and above = 2 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.

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.