Security Lieutenant (Utility) — Inmate & Property Oversight

State of South Carolina; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks a Utility Lieutenant to plan, coordinate and direct the actions of the security staff, overseeing custody and control of inmates in a medium/maximum facility. The role ensures security for buildings and public property, performs routine unit checks, and assists with inmate counts.

Requirements include a high school diploma; three years in correctional or related fields with supervisory experience; SCDC training certification and completion of

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; degree may substitute for experience.
• Three years of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work; supervisory experience preferred.
• SCDC Training Academy certification and basic supervisory course within six months of entry.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and direct security staff actions; oversee security, custody and control of inmates.
• Ensure security of all buildings and public property; conduct routine unit inspections.
• Assist with inmate counts; investigate complaints and disputes; arbitrate inmate-corrections staff issues.
• Serve as Utility Lieutenant as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree substitute

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks a Utility Lieutenant to plan, coordinate and direct the actions of the security staff, overseeing custody and control of inmates in a medium/maximum facility. The role ensures security for buildings and public property, performs routine unit checks, and assists with inmate counts.

Requirements include a high school diploma; three years in correctional or related fields with supervisory experience; SCDC training certification and completion of