Lieutenant (#012792) Broad River Secure Facility, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3

South Carolina Department of Corrections; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading state department seeks a Security Supervisor to oversee staff actions and inmate security in a correctional facility. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in security or correctional environments and complete necessary training. This position offers a vital role in maintaining safety and operational standards within the facility.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in correctional or security work.
• Must be certified by SCDC training academy.
• Successful completion of Basic Training upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs actions of security staff.
• Oversees security, custody, and control of inmates.
• Investigates complaints and arbitrates disputes.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Security Management

Conflict Resolution

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

• Under general supervision, plans, coordinates and directs the actions of the security staff and oversees security, custody, and control of inmates in assigned unit(s) of a medium/maximum security facility.
• Assumes primary responsibility for security for all buildings and public property.
• Makes routine checks of the unit(s) to ensure subordinate staff are performing their duties properly and safely, and that cleanliness and OSHA standards are maintained.
• Assists with all inmate counts for accuracy.
• Investigates complaints and violations; Arbitrates disputes among inmate population and correctional staff.

Must successfully complete eight (8) week SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:

Recruiting and Employment Services
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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:
(Or an acceptable equivalency as approved by the Division of State Human Resources)

• Three (3) years of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work to include one (1) year of supervisory experience.

• A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for supervisory experience year for year (associate and above = 1 year).
• Must be certified by the SCDC training academy and successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position.

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.