Captain (014058) Kirkland Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Security Shift Manager to oversee the security operations of a correctional facility. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security and supervision, ensuring safety and compliance with state laws. Candidates must successfully complete basic training and possess relevant supervisory experience or education. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead and develop a dedicated team in a secure environment.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in security, correctional, or law enforcement including two years of supervisory.
• Certification by SCDC training academy required.
• Must complete basic supervisory course within six months.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct security operations for a level three facility.
• Ensure proper security protocols and training of staff.
• Monitor reports and security resources for effectiveness.

Skills

Supervision

Security Operations

Report Preparation

Training and Development

Conflict Resolution

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or Related Field

Job description

• Schedules, directs and manages the employment and duty activities of a security shift engaged in the security operations of a level three facility.
• Supervises, inspects, and ensures proper perimeter and internal security and control measures are in effect and enforced.
• Prepares, submits, and monitors reports required by the chain of command and policy.
• Directs and redirects security resources for optimum security and safety.
• Ensures that institutional buildings andstate property are properly secured.
• Trains, develops, instructs, evaluates, and counsels subordinates to ensure duty performance is in accordance with state laws and agency policies.
• Ensures the proper control, issue, and use of weapons, keys, security devices and agency equipment.
• Inspects all posts where shift employees are deployed.
• Interviews and counsels inmates as necessary to ensure maximum safety and security.

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 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) years 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.