Corrections Security Unit Supervisor

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Security Supervisor to oversee security staff and inmate custody in a medium security facility. You will plan, coordinate and direct daily security operations and ensure safety of buildings and public property.

Under supervision, you will perform routine unit checks, assist with inmate counts, investigate complaints, arbitrate disputes and ensure OSHA standards are met.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; related experience accepted.
• Three years’ experience in correctional or security roles, including one year in a supervisory capacity.
• SCDC Training Academy certification required within six months of entry.
• Eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and direct security staff and oversee custody and control of inmates.
• Oversee security of buildings and public property.
• Perform routine checks to ensure subordinate staff are performing duties and OSHA standards are met.
• Assist with inmate counts for accuracy.
• Investigate complaints and violations; arbitrate disputes among inmate population and correctional staff.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Inmate management

Security operations

Education

High school diploma

Criminal justice degree substitution

Job description

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Security Supervisor to oversee security staff and inmate custody in a medium security facility. You will plan, coordinate and direct daily security operations and ensure safety of buildings and public property.

Under supervision, you will perform routine unit checks, assist with inmate counts, investigate complaints, arbitrate disputes and ensure OSHA standards are met.