Correctional Officer — Close-Security Unit Incentive

South Carolina Department of Corrections; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 59,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Close-Security Unit incentive

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks Corrections Officers for the Gilliam Psychiatric Hospital campus. You will supervise inmate activities, inspect yards for contraband, and perform regular security checks with detailed log entries.

Six positions across multiple shifts are available. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, 18+, with a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and must pass medical and basic certification requirements.

Qualifications

• Must have 12 months' experience in corrections, security, military or police work.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• 18 years of age or older
• High school graduate or GED
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Tattoos: non-offensive / non-gang related; neck tattoos evaluated case-by-case
• Must pass a medical assessment
• Must complete Correctional Officer Basic Certification within six months
• Must be certified

Responsibilities

• Inspect the exercise yard for contraband and ensure fences and supports are secure before inmate recreation.
• Provide direct supervision of all wing activities and functions.
• Conduct security checks at least every 30 minutes; log findings and use Zebra Scanners.
• Conduct counts, showers and cell searches.
• Prepare and submit written reports of all events.
• Maintain surveillance and search for contraband.
• Ensure highest cleanliness and sanitation standards are maintained.
• Ensure staff wear proper protective gear when on the wing.
• Strip-search and restrain inmates to the highest level of security when entering/exiting cells.
• Report inmate complaints for appropriate action; escort inmates for structured activities.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Skills

Corrections experience

Security background

U.S. Citizenship

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks Corrections Officers for the Gilliam Psychiatric Hospital campus. You will supervise inmate activities, inspect yards for contraband, and perform regular security checks with detailed log entries.

Six positions across multiple shifts are available. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, 18+, with a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and must pass medical and basic certification requirements.