Lieutenant - Intel (#014689) Broad River Correctional Institutional, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement and savings plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting options where applicable

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a candidate to oversee STG intelligence activities within its correctional system. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating with STG committees, and ensuring timely, compliant investigations of gang activity among inmates.

Requirements include a high school diploma and relevant experience; SCDC certification and supervisory training within six months are also required. The position emphasizes security, accuracy, and adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in correctional, security, military, or police work with supervisory experience preferred.
• Certification by SCDC Training Academy and completion of basic supervisory course within 6 months of start.

Responsibilities

• Disseminate intelligence info to supervisory staff.
• Surveil potential threat areas.
• Interview and verify photos taken of all new arrivals.
• Complete packets on inmates suspected of gang activity.
• Assist contraband staff searching cells of suspected gang members.
• Monitor inmate phone calls.
• Maintain records of confiscated items, including written material with codes and symbols.
• Supervise subordinates to ensure monitoring of individuals of concern and policy adherence.
• Coordinate with institutional STG committees.
• Gather STG-related evidence/intelligence.
• Monitor STG populations within institutions.
• Represent institution at STG designation hearings.
• Conduct inmate STG status evaluations.
• Ensure subordinate intelligence staff adhere to procedures and meet timelines.
• Assist with duties assigned by statewide STG coordinator, assistant coordinator, or STG analyst.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Disseminate intelligence info to supervisory staff.
• Surveil potential threat areas.
• Interview and verify photos taken of all new arrivals.
• Complete packets on inmates suspected of gang activity.
• Assist contraband staff searching cells of suspected gang members.
• Monitor inmate phone calls.
• Maintain records of confiscated items, including written material with codes and symbols.
• Supervise subordinates to ensure monitoring of individuals of concern and policy adherence.
• Coordinate with institutional STG committees.
• Gather STG-related evidence/intelligence.
• Monitor STG populations within institutions.
• Represent institution at STG designation hearings.
• Conduct inmate STG status evaluations.
• Ensure subordinate intelligence staff adhere to procedures and meet timelines.
• Assist with duties assigned by statewide STG coordinator, assistant coordinator, or STG analyst.

Requirements

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

Minimum And Additional Requirements

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 three (3) years’ 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.

Additional Comments

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.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.