Sergeant (#010027) Kershaw Correctional Institution, Kershaw (LANCASTER) Level 2

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Commander of Security for housing units. Under general supervision, you will oversee subordinate security personnel, supervise custody and control of inmates, and ensure compliance with safety, security, and sanitation standards.

You will conduct investigations of misconduct, supervise counts, evaluate staff performance, train subordinates, and prepare required reports. Completion of eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training is mandatory on hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a related degree may substitute for experience.
• Experience in correctional, security, military, or police work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate security staff assigned to housing units.
• Oversee custody and control of inmates and conduct routine inspections.
• Investigate alleged misconduct and supervise counts.
• Evaluate job performance and train staff to required standards.
• Prepare reports and counsel staff on disciplinary actions as needed.

Skills

Supervision

Security

Investigations

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Criminal justice degree preferred

Job description

Under the general supervision of the Shift Lieutenant, is 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.

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

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:

Recruiting and Employment Services

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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 eighteen (18) months experience in correctional, security, military, or police work.

• A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for 1/2 of required experience.

• Must be certified by the South Carolina Department of Corrections Training Academy and successfully complete the Basic Supervisory Course within six (6) months of entry into the position.

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.