Security Lieutenant II – Facility Safety & Inmate Oversight

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina Department of Corrections is seeking a Security Lieutenant to supervise and coordinate a security team in a medium/maximum facility. You will oversee inmate custody, perform routine unit checks and ensure OSHA standards are followed.

You will also assist with inmate counts, investigate complaints and disputes and may serve as Utility Lieutenant, with required SCDC Basic Training after hire.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma; a related bachelor’s degree may substitute for the required experience.
• Experience in correctional, security, military, or police work is required.
• Supervisory experience is preferred; certification and supervisory coursework may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates and directs the actions of the security staff.
• Oversees security, custody and control of inmates in a medium/maximum facility.
• Makes routine checks to ensure duties are performed properly and OSHA standards are met.
• Assists with all inmate counts for accuracy.
• Investigates complaints and violations; arbitrates disputes among inmates and staff.
• This position will function as a Utility Lieutenant.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Security operations

Inmate management

OSHA/compliance awareness

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree may substitute for experience

Criminal justice degree may substitute supervisory experience

Job description

State of South Carolina Department of Corrections is seeking a Security Lieutenant to supervise and coordinate a security team in a medium/maximum facility. You will oversee inmate custody, perform routine unit checks and ensure OSHA standards are followed.

You will also assist with inmate counts, investigate complaints and disputes and may serve as Utility Lieutenant, with required SCDC Basic Training after hire.