Corrections Unit Security Supervisor

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement and savings plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Housing Unit Supervisor within the Department of Corrections. You will supervise security staff, oversee custody of inmates, and ensure adherence to safety and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities include evaluating personnel, briefing shifts, conducting counts, investigating complaints, and stepping in for the Housing Lieutenant when needed. Must complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training after hire.

Qualifications

• State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and relevant experience. A bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for the required experience.
• SCDC Minimum Requirements: 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.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Housing Lieutenant, is responsible for the overall supervision of security personnel assigned to the unit, and the supervision, custody and control of inmates assigned to the unit.
• Supervises job performance and appearance of assigned security personnel.
• Assists with preparation of employee evaluations, disciplinary action requests, counseling, etc.
• Assists in conducting briefing with officers at the beginning of shift.
• Keeps subordinates informed of all changes affecting inmates and operations.
• Makes random checks to ensure duty performance is within standards.
• Makes routine inspections of work areas and all security devices and equipment to ensure duty performance standards are met and that all devices, doors, and equipment are in proper working order.
• Assists in conducting counts.
• Investigates complaints.
• Performs duties of the Housing Lieutenant in his absence.
• Maintains OSHA and safety standards.
• Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (substitute for experience)

Job description

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Housing Unit Supervisor within the Department of Corrections. You will supervise security staff, oversee custody of inmates, and ensure adherence to safety and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities include evaluating personnel, briefing shifts, conducting counts, investigating complaints, and stepping in for the Housing Lieutenant when needed. Must complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training after hire.