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

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Security Supervisor for its correctional facilities. The role involves overseeing security staff, maintaining standards for inmate safety, and ensuring compliance with operational protocols. Candidates must meet specific educational and experiential requirements, and successfully complete mandatory training upon hire.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work.
• One year of supervisory experience required.
• Must complete SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee security and custody of inmates in a correctional facility.
• Ensure subordinate staff perform duties safely and adhere to cleanliness standards.
• Investigate complaints and arbitrate disputes among staff and inmates.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Safety Compliance

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

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.