Corrections Shift Supervisor: Lead Security & Inmate Welfare

State of South Carolina; Hardeeville (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a Sergeant-level security supervisor for the Department of Corrections. The role oversees shift security personnel, conducts counts, handles inmate complaints, and advises on disciplinary actions.

Successful applicants will complete the eight-week SCDC basic training on hire and meet SC minimum requirements. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, with a bachelor’s degree able to substitute for part of the required experience.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma is required; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for part of the experience.
• Must be certified by the SCDC training academy and complete the basic supervisory course within six months of entry.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the performance of security personnel assigned to shift.
• Assists with preparation of employee evaluations, disciplinary actions and counseling sessions.
• Assists with conducting shift briefings with all officers.
• Remains familiar with all activities during shift to inform subordinates of changes affecting inmates and operations.
• Makes routine and non-routine security checks of work areas and living area units.
• Conducts counts (formal and non-formal).
• Investigates inmates' complaints and takes appropriate action.
• Instructs and counsels inmates as required.
• Monitors inmate movement within the institution.
• Performs essential and marginal duties of subordinates.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Job description

State of South Carolina is seeking a Sergeant-level security supervisor for the Department of Corrections. The role oversees shift security personnel, conducts counts, handles inmate complaints, and advises on disciplinary actions.

Successful applicants will complete the eight-week SCDC basic training on hire and meet SC minimum requirements. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, with a bachelor’s degree able to substitute for part of the required experience.