Corrections Sergeant: Housing Unit Supervisor

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting flexibility

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a Shift Supervisor to oversee housing unit security and inmate custody in the state corrections system. You will supervise subordinate security staff, conduct inspections, and ensure safety and compliance in a challenging environment.

The role includes investigations, counts, staff evaluations, and disciplinary actions. Successful candidates must complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for experience.
• 18 months experience in correctional, security, military, or police work; degree may substitute for 1/2 of required experience.
• Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and complete Basic Supervisory Course within six months of entry.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate security assigned to housing units and custody of inmates.
• Conduct routine inspections of living areas for security, safety, and sanitation.
• Investigate alleged misconduct by inmates or security personnel.
• Assist in counts and supervise job performance and conduct of staff.
• Counsel, discipline, and train subordinate staff to standards of performance.
• Prepare reports as needed and perform Shift Lieutenant duties when required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Security experience

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

State of South Carolina is seeking a Shift Supervisor to oversee housing unit security and inmate custody in the state corrections system. You will supervise subordinate security staff, conduct inspections, and ensure safety and compliance in a challenging environment.

The role includes investigations, counts, staff evaluations, and disciplinary actions. Successful candidates must complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.