Correctional Security Lieutenant — Medium/Maximum Facility

State of South Carolina; Coventry Place (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina seeks a Security Supervisor to oversee a medium/maximum security facility. You will plan, coordinate and direct security staff, and oversee custody of inmates to ensure safety and order.

You must finish eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire, hold a high school diploma (or higher with substitution), and have supervisory experience in related fields. SCDC certification must be completed within six months.

Qualifications

• Must complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training on hire.
• High school diploma is required; a bachelor's degree may substitute for the required experience.
• Three years' experience in correctional, security, military, or police work with at least one year in a supervisory role.
• Degree in criminal justice or related field may substitute supervisory experience year-for-year.
• Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and complete the basic supervisory course within six months of entry.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates and directs the actions of the security staff and oversees security, custody and control of inmates.
• Assumes primary responsibility for security for all buildings and public property.
• Performs routine unit checks to ensure duties are performed properly and OSHA standards are maintained.
• Assists with inmate counts for accuracy.
• Investigates complaints and arbitrates disputes among inmates and correctional staff.

Skills

Security leadership

Inmate management

Facility safety

Investigation & dispute resolution

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree may substitute for required experience

Job description

The State of South Carolina seeks a Security Supervisor to oversee a medium/maximum security facility. You will plan, coordinate and direct security staff, and oversee custody of inmates to ensure safety and order.

You must finish eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire, hold a high school diploma (or higher with substitution), and have supervisory experience in related fields. SCDC certification must be completed within six months.