Senior Correctional Security Supervisor

South Carolina Department of Corrections; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Corrections is seeking a Shift Lieutenant to supervise security personnel and oversee inmate custody within housing units. The role includes inspections to ensure security, safety, and sanitation standards and the conduct of investigations into misconduct.

The position requires supervising staff, evaluating performance, and preparing reports. Training the next generation of corrections staff is a key responsibility; duties may include acting as Shift Lieutenant as

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for the required experience.
• Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and complete the basic supervisory course within six months of entry.
• Eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training must be successfully completed upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall supervision of subordinate security assigned to the housing units, and for the supervision, custody and control of all inmates assigned to the housing units.
• Makes routine inspections of the living areas for compliance with security, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Conducts investigations of alleged misconduct on the part of inmates and security personnel assigned to the area of responsibility.
• Assists in conducting formal and informal counts.
• Supervises the job performance, conduct and appearance of assigned security personnel and prepares employee evaluations.
• Counsels, recommends disciplinary action, and trains subordinate staff to required standards of performance.
• Prepares reports as needed or required.
• Performs duties of Shift Lieutenant when necessary.

Job description

South Carolina Department of Corrections is seeking a Shift Lieutenant to supervise security personnel and oversee inmate custody within housing units. The role includes inspections to ensure security, safety, and sanitation standards and the conduct of investigations into misconduct.

The position requires supervising staff, evaluating performance, and preparing reports. Training the next generation of corrections staff is a key responsibility; duties may include acting as Shift Lieutenant as