Correctional Security Supervisor, Lieutenant Level 2

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Security Supervisor to oversee security operations, inmate custody, and staff coordination in a medium security facility.

Responsibilities include building security oversight, routine inspections, inmate counts, and resolving disputes. Candidates must meet SCDC training requirements and complete the basic supervisory course within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; related experience preferred.
• Three years’ experience in correctional, security, military, or police work, including one year in a supervisory role.
• A degree in criminal justice or related field may substitute for supervisory experience.
• Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and complete basic supervisory course within six months of entry.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and direct security staff and oversee security, custody and control of inmates in assigned unit(s) of a medium security facility.
• Assume primary responsibility for security of all buildings and public property.
• Conduct routine checks to ensure staff perform duties safely and OSHA standards are met.
• Assist with inmate counts for accuracy.
• Investigate complaints and violations; arbitrate disputes among inmates and staff.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Security operations

Inmate management

OSHA compliance

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree may substitute for experience

Criminal justice degree substitution for supervisory experience

SCDC Training Academy certification

Job description

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Security Supervisor to oversee security operations, inmate custody, and staff coordination in a medium security facility.

Responsibilities include building security oversight, routine inspections, inmate counts, and resolving disputes. Candidates must meet SCDC training requirements and complete the basic supervisory course within six months of hire.