Corrections Security & Inmate Care Specialist

South Carolina Department of Corrections; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Corrections is seeking several Correctional Officers to provide security, custody, and control of inmates in a high-security environment. Duties include maintaining order in dorms and work areas, directing inmate work details, and reporting daily logs.

Responsibilities also cover surveillance, contraband searches, medical and behavioral treatment administration oversight, and escorting visitors.

Qualifications

• 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: 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.
• This position will meet in COLUMBIA and transported to LIEBER Correctional Institution in RIDGEVILLE, SC to work a shift then return to COLUMBIA.

Responsibilities

• Provides security, custody and control of inmates in a correctional setting. Duties include:
• 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.

Job description

South Carolina Department of Corrections is seeking several Correctional Officers to provide security, custody, and control of inmates in a high-security environment. Duties include maintaining order in dorms and work areas, directing inmate work details, and reporting daily logs.

Responsibilities also cover surveillance, contraband searches, medical and behavioral treatment administration oversight, and escorting visitors.