Correctional Officer

South Carolina Department of Corrections; South Carolina; On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is hiring for the role of Correctional Officer. The position involves ensuring the security and custody of inmates, along with various responsibilities such as logging as well as maintaining safety education. This entry-level role requires a high school diploma and compliance with specific physical and legal requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be 18 years and older.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain control in inmate dorms and work sites.
• Instruct and direct inmates in various work details.
• Conduct surveillance and search for contraband.

Skills

Surveillance

Communication

Crisis Intervention

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Base Pay Adjustments Plus Institution Incentives

• $44,682 - $45,684
  
  

Job Responsibilities

Base Pay Adjustments Plus Institution Incentives

Minimum Institutions

Goodman, Livesay, Manning, Palmer

• $44,682 - $45,684
  
  

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

• $49,682 - $50,684
  
  

Close Institutions

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

• $54,682 - $55,684
• 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. Provides security, custody and control of inmates in a correctional setting. Duties include:
• 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 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.
  
  

Cannot have been convicted of a crime with a maximum allowable sentence of one year or more, or a fine of $1,000.

Must pass a physical exam 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Law Enforcement

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