Corrections Officer: Secure Inmate Care & Operations

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 51,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting options

Job summary

Turbeville Correctional Institution in South Carolina seeks dedicated officers to provide security, custody and control of inmates in a correctional setting, primarily in the cafeteria and work sites. The role involves maintaining inmate counts, reporting logs, preventing contraband and directing inmate movements.

Two positions are available with a base pay range of $50,575 to $51,618 plus incentives for longer service.

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

Correctional Officer Basic Certification Course

Job description

Turbeville Correctional Institution in South Carolina seeks dedicated officers to provide security, custody and control of inmates in a correctional setting, primarily in the cafeteria and work sites. The role involves maintaining inmate counts, reporting logs, preventing contraband and directing inmate movements.

Two positions are available with a base pay range of $50,575 to $51,618 plus incentives for longer service.