Correctional Officer: Security, Supervision & Inmate Care

South Carolina Department of Corrections; South Carolina; On-site; USD 51,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Corrections is hiring two full-time Correctional Officers at Turbeville Correctional Institution to provide security, custody and control of inmates in a correctional setting and oversee duties in dorms, cafeterias, and work sites. Positions include a base pay range of $50,575–$51,618 with incentives based on years of service, and require U.S.

citizenship, age 18+, a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and completion of the CO Basic Certification

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen.
• 18 years of age or older.
• 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 six (6) months of placement into the position.

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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

South Carolina Department of Corrections is hiring two full-time Correctional Officers at Turbeville Correctional Institution to provide security, custody and control of inmates in a correctional setting and oversee duties in dorms, cafeterias, and work sites. Positions include a base pay range of $50,575–$51,618 with incentives based on years of service, and require U.S.

citizenship, age 18+, a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and completion of the CO Basic Certification