Corrections Shift Supervisor - Sergeant Level 2

State of South Carolina; Fairfax (SC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a Correctional Supervisor under the general supervision of the shift lieutenant. You will supervise security staff in housing units and manage inmate custody and control.

You will perform routine inspections, investigations of misconduct, counts, supervise staff, counsel, train, and prepare reports. Successful hire requires completion of eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma and eighteen (18) months experience in correctional, security, military, or police work.
• A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for 1/2 of required experience.
• Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position.
• State of South Carolina minimum requirements include a high school diploma and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the overall security of housing units and custody of inmates.
• Make routine inspections of living areas for compliance with security, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Conduct investigations of alleged misconduct by inmates and security personnel.
• Assist in conducting formal and informal counts.
• Supervise job performance, conduct and appearance of assigned security personnel and prepare employee evaluations.
• Counsel, recommend disciplinary action, and train subordinate staff to required standards of performance.
• Prepare reports as needed.

Education

High school diploma

Criminal justice degree or related

Job description

State of South Carolina is seeking a Correctional Supervisor under the general supervision of the shift lieutenant. You will supervise security staff in housing units and manage inmate custody and control.

You will perform routine inspections, investigations of misconduct, counts, supervise staff, counsel, train, and prepare reports. Successful hire requires completion of eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training.