Housing Unit Security Supervisor

South Carolina Department of Corrections; South Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is seeking a security supervisor to oversee housing-unit staff and maintain custody and control of inmates. You will conduct inspections to ensure security, safety and sanitation and participate in formal and informal counts.

Under general supervision, you will investigate misconduct, supervise staff, train them to performance standards, counsel when needed, and prepare required reports. Eight weeks of basic training is required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma and relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree may substitute for the required experience.
• Three years’ experience in correctional, security, military, or police work, including one year supervisory experience.
• Certification by the SCDC training academy and completion of basic supervisory course within six months.

Responsibilities

• Oversee subordinate security within housing units and custody of inmates.
• Perform routine inspections of living areas for security, safety and sanitation.
• Investigate alleged misconduct by inmates and staff.
• Assist in formal and informal counts.
• Supervise staff performance, conduct and appearance; prepare evaluations.
• Counsel, recommend disciplinary action, and train staff to required standards.
• Prepare reports as needed.
• Complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Inspection

Investigations

Training

Counseling

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (related field) substitute allowed

Criminal Justice degree (substitute for supervisory experience)

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is seeking a security supervisor to oversee housing-unit staff and maintain custody and control of inmates. You will conduct inspections to ensure security, safety and sanitation and participate in formal and informal counts.

Under general supervision, you will investigate misconduct, supervise staff, train them to performance standards, counsel when needed, and prepare required reports. Eight weeks of basic training is required.