Classification Caseworker (#018899) Ridgeland Correctional Inst, Ridgeland (JASPER) Level 2

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement and savings plans

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting and flexible work S

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Classification Officer to evaluate inmate records and determine eligibility for institutional assignments, custody changes, jobs, and treatment programs. The role includes chairing the institutional classification committee and coordinating a caseload of about 250 inmates.

The position requires overseeing progress reviews, interviewing inmates, and responding to inquiries from department officials. Training is provided upon hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with related experience or a bachelor’s degree substituted for experience.
• Experience evaluating inmate records and determining eligibility for custody changes and programs.
• Ability to interview inmates and coordinate classification activities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate inmate records, both automated and manual, to determine eligibility for assignments.
• Serve as chairperson of the institutional classification committee.
• Coordinate an equitable classification system for about 250 inmates.
• Conduct periodic reviews of inmate progress and respond to inquiries from officials.

Skills

Record evaluation

Inmate interviews

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree substitution allowed

High school diploma required

Tools

SCDC computer system

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision of the Classification Case Manager, evaluates inmates automated and manual record to determine eligibility for institutional assignment, custody changes, jobs, and treatment program.
• Serves as chairperson of the institutional classification committee.
• Coordinates an equitable classification system for a caseload of approximately 250 inmates.
• Conducts periodic reviews of inmate's progress.
• Interviews inmates relating to their general institutional adjustment or related problems.
• Responds to inquiries of information from departmental officials and other agencies.
• Operates the SCDC computer system to enter/retrieve information pertaining to inmate's social, criminal, educational and family history.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements

A high school diploma and related experience. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required related experience.

SCDC Minimum Requirements

• A bachelor's degree;
• An associate degree and any one (1) year combination of administrative and/or correctional experience;
• A high school diploma and any two (2) year combination of administrative and/or correctional experience.

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

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and 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.