Sergeant (#014924) McCormick Correctional Institution, McCormick (MCCORMICK) Level 3

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a Supervisor in the corrections system to oversee housing unit security staff and inmate management. You will direct discipline, supervise conduct and appearance, and ensure compliance with security and safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership, investigative skills, and the ability to prepare detailed reports. Training will be provided; a high school diploma is required, with a bachelor’s degree possibly substituting for experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree may substitute for required experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate security personnel assigned to housing units.
• Instruct and direct officers in discipline and program rules.
• Conduct inspections for security, safety and sanitation compliance.
• Investigate alleged misconduct by inmates or staff.
• Assist in counts and maintain accurate reports.

Skills

Team supervision

Discipline implementation

Investigations

Inmate management

Report writing

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree substitute for experience

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Under general supervision of the Shift Lieutenant, assist in instructing and directing officers in a program of discipline.
• Is responsible for the overall supervision of subordinate security assigned to the housing unit and for the supervision, custody, and control of all inmates assigned to the housing units.
• Make routine inspections of the living areas for compliance with security, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Conduct investigations of alleged misconduct on the part of inmates and security personnel assigned.
• Assist in conducting formal and informal counts.
• Supervises job performance, conduct and appearance of security personnel.
• Counsel, recommend, disciplinary action, train subordinate staff and prepare reports as needed.
• Perform duties of Lieutenant when necessary.

Sergeant will be assigned to RHU.

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

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.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01 Are you currently employed with the South Carolina Department of Corrections?

• Yes
• No

02 If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)

03 For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.

04 Are you a U.S. Citizen?

• Yes
• No

05 How would you describe your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the Above

06 How much experience do you have in correctional, security, military, or police work?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months less than 1 year.
• 1 year, less than 18 months.
• 18 months, less than 2 years.
• 2 years, less than 30 months.
• 30 months, less than 3 years.
• 3 years, less than 42 months.
• 42 months, less than 4 years.
• 4 years, less than 54 months.
• 54 months, less than 5 years.
• 5 or more years
• None

07 Do you have a degree in criminal justice or a related degree that may substitute for 1/2 of the required experience?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question