Sergeant (#014033) Camille Graham Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 2

South Carolina Department of Corrections; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks a supervisor to oversee subordinate security in housing units and to ensure custody and control of inmates. This role includes routine inspections to enforce security, safety, and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities also include investigations of misconduct, supervising counts, evaluating staff performance, disciplining where needed, and generating reports. Must complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training after hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Criminal justice or related degree may substitute for part of experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee security personnel assigned to housing units under supervision.
• Inspect living areas for security, safety, and sanitation compliance.
• Conduct investigations of misconduct by inmates and staff.
• Supervise shift performance, counsel staff, and document disciplinary actions.
• Prepare reports as needed.

Education

High school diploma

Criminal justice or related degree substitute for half experience

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.
• Conduct investigations of alleged misconduct on the part of the 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 security personnel assigned to shift; prepares employee evaluations, counsels, recommends disciplinary action, and trains subordinate staff to required standards of performance.
• Prepares reports as needed/required.

Job Responsibilities

• 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.
• Conduct investigations of alleged misconduct on the part of the 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 security personnel assigned to shift; prepares employee evaluations, counsels, recommends disciplinary action, and trains subordinate staff to required standards of performance.
• Prepares reports as needed/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:

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Minimum And Additional Requirements

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.

Additional Comments

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.