Sergeant (#011658) Kirkland Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a supervisor for security personnel responsible for the unit housing inmates and maintaining safety standards. The role includes overseeing staff performance, assisting with evaluations and discipline, and conducting shift briefings to keep operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities also cover inspections of security devices, counts, investigations, and acting in the Housing Lieutenant's absence. Compliance with OSHA and safety standards is essential.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma and relevant experience are required.
• A bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for the required experience.
• Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and complete basic supervisory training within six months.

Responsibilities

• Supervise security personnel assigned to the unit and manage inmate custody and control.
• Oversee performance and appearance of staff and assist with evaluations and discipline requests.
• Conduct shift briefings, maintain awareness of changes affecting inmates and operations.
• Perform routine inspections of security devices and equipment and ensure proper operation.
• Assist in counts and investigations, and perform duties of the Housing Lieutenant in absence.
• Maintain OSHA and safety standards.

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree may substitute for required experience

Job description

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Housing Lieutenant, is responsible for the overall supervision of security personnel assigned to the unit, and the supervision, custody and control of inmates assigned to the unit.
• Supervises job performance and appearance of assigned security personnel.
• Assists with preparation of employee evaluations, disciplinary action requests, counseling, etc.
• Assists in conducting briefing with officers at the beginning of shift.
• Keeps subordinates informed of all changes affecting inmates and operations.
• Makes random checks to ensure duty performance is within standards.
• Makes routine inspections of work areas and all security devices and equipment to ensure duty performance standards are met and that all devices, doors, and equipment are in proper working order.
• Assists in conducting counts.
• Investigates complaints.
• Performs duties of the Housing Lieutenant in his/her absence.
• Maintains OSHA and safety standards.
• This position is for Intermediate Care Services (ICS).

Requirements

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

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 SCDC 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.