Correctional Officer

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting option (some state roles

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a Corrections Officer to oversee inmate housing areas, supervise work details, maintain logs and reports, and ensure security across facilities. The role involves enforcing rules, escorting staff and visitors, and supporting medical and behavioral treatment administration.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens, be 18+, hold a high school diploma or GED, and possess a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen required.
• 18 years of age or older required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Tattoos: must not be offensive or gang-related or visible on face/head; neck tattoos evaluated case-by-case.

Responsibilities

• Maintain control in inmate dorms, cafeteria, work sites and surrounding areas.
• Instruct and direct inmates assigned to various work details.
• Maintain and report inmate count and daily logs; prepare and submit miscellaneous reports.
• Maintain surveillance and search for contraband.
• Maintain and inspect buildings for cleanliness and sanitation; requisition and direct issuance of supplies, tools and equipment; maintain inventory of equipment.
• Escort visitors and civilian employees through assigned facility.
• Ensure that inmates receive prescribed treatment including medical and behavioral prescriptions.
• Control gate tower or other special post.
• Make prescribed security inspections and searches of specified buildings, building contents, grounds, vehicles and people and take necessary action.
• Maintain and operate security devices in a security setting, such as gates and doors, weapons and mechanical devices.
• Instruct and counsel officers concerning duty requirements.
• Investigate inmate/resident complaints and take appropriate action.
• Serve as backup for any dorm/building dispute requiring assistance and crisis intervention; make reports to appropriate personnel.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Base Pay Adjustments Plus Institution Incentives

• $45,575 - $46,618

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain control in inmate dorms, cafeteria, work sites and surrounding areas.
• Instruct and direct inmates assigned to various work details.
• Maintain and report inmate count and daily logs; prepare and submit miscellaneous reports.
• Maintain surveillance and search for contraband.
• Maintain and inspect building for cleanliness and sanitation; requisition and direct issuance of supplies, tools and equipment; maintain inventory of equipment.
• Escort visitors and civilian employees through assigned facility.
• Ensure that inmates receive prescribed treatment including medical and behavioral prescriptions.
• Control gate tower or other special post.
• Make prescribed security inspections and searches of specified buildings, building contents, grounds, vehicles and people and take necessary action.
• Maintain and operate security devices in a security setting, such as gates and doors, weapons and mechanical devices.
• Instruct and counsel officers concerning duty requirements.
• Investigate inmate/resident complaints and take appropriate action.
• Serve as backup for any dorm/building dispute requiring assistance and crisis intervention; make reports to appropriate personnel.

Minimum Institutions

Goodman, Livesay, Manning, Palmer

• $45,575 - $46,618

Medium Institutions

• Allendale CI, Camille Graham CI, Evans CI, Kershaw CI, Leath CI, MacDougall CI,
• Ridgeland CI, Trenton CI, Turbeville CI, Tyger River CI, Wateree River CI
• $50,575 - $51,618

Close Institutions

Broad River CI, Kirkland CI, Lee CI, Lieber CI, McCormick CI, Perry CI

• $55,575 - $56,618
• The salary amounts provided represent the minimum and maximum ranges based on years of current agency service plus incentive structures at SCDC. It is important to note that not all individuals may qualify for the highest tier of base pay adjustments and incentives.
• Shift Differential is available to those that are assigned Night Shift.
• Geographical pay differential is available for this position at Ridgeland Correctional Institution.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• U.S. Citizen.
• 18 and over.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Tattoos: Must not be offensive and/or gang related or visibly located on the face or head. Tattoos on the neck will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Must pass a medical assessment administered by SCDC.

Must successfully complete the Correctional Officer Basic Certification Course within first six months of placement 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

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 ...