Senior Housing Unit Sergeant & Shift Supervisor

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks a Shift Lieutenant-level supervisor to oversee security staff and inmate housing units. You will conduct inspections, investigations, counts, and training, ensuring compliance with safety, security, and sanitation standards.

Applicants must complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training and meet the education requirements described by the state. This on-site role emphasizes leadership, discipline, reporting, and continuity of operations within a

Qualifications

• A high school diploma and 18 months experience in correctional, security, military, or police work is required.
• A degree in criminal justice or a related field may substitute for half of the required experience.
• Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and complete the basic supervisory course within six months of entry.

Responsibilities

• Supervise security personnel and inmates in housing units.
• Conduct routine inspections for security, safety and sanitation compliance.
• Investigate inmate and staff misconduct within area of responsibility.
• Assist in conducting formal and informal counts.
• Supervise staff performance, conduct, and appearances; prepare evaluations.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Investigation

Counseling

Training

Reports

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (related field)

Criminal justice degree substitution for experience

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks a Shift Lieutenant-level supervisor to oversee security staff and inmate housing units. You will conduct inspections, investigations, counts, and training, ensuring compliance with safety, security, and sanitation standards.

Applicants must complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training and meet the education requirements described by the state. This on-site role emphasizes leadership, discipline, reporting, and continuity of operations within a