Sergeant (#015495) Allendale Correctional Inst, Fairfax (ALLENDALE) Level 2

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH is seeking a Security Supervisor to oversee housing-unit operations within the South Carolina Department of Corrections framework. The role involves supervising security personnel, ensuring inmate custody, and maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

The position requires completing SCDC basic supervisory training within six months and holds potential for advancement with a high school diploma; a related bachelor's degree may substitute for part of the experience.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma; bachelor's degree may substitute for experience.
• Experience in correctional, security, military, or police work preferred.
• Must be certified by SCDC Training Academy and complete supervisory course within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Oversee security personnel assigned to housing units and manage custody and control of inmates.
• Perform routine inspections of living areas for security, safety, and sanitation compliance.
• Conduct investigations into alleged misconduct by inmates or staff.
• Assist in conducting formal and informal counts.
• Supervise job performance and conduct; prepare employee evaluations.
• Counsel, recommend disciplinary action, and train subordinate staff to required standards.
• Prepare reports as needed.

Skills

Staff supervision

Inspections

Investigations

Counts administration

Training & coaching

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree substitute for experience

Job description

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.
• 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.

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 half 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.

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.