Sergeant (#016048) Evans Correctional Institution, Bennettsville (MARLBORO) Level 2

South Carolina Department of Corrections; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is seeking a Housing Unit Supervisor to oversee security personnel and ensure safety, sanitation, and security standards are met within the housing unit.

The role involves conducting briefings, inspections, and counts, as well as assisting in disciplinary actions and training. Certification through the SCDC training academy is required within six months of starting the position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for the 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.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Housing Lieutenant, the incumbent supervises the job performance and appearance of security personnel assigned to the unit.
• Assists with preparation of evaluations, requests for disciplinary action, counseling, and training of officers assigned to the unit.
• Conducts briefings for all unit officers.
• Makes routine inspections of unit to ensure officers are properly performing their duties and safety, sanitation, and security standards are maintained.
• Conducts investigations of alleged misconduct on part of inmates and employees assigned to the unit.
• Assists in conducting all formal and informal counts.
• Informs Housing Lieutenant of all incidents as they occur.
• Writes reports and reviews reports written by subordinate officers for accuracy, content etc.
• Performs the duties of the Housing Lieutenant in his/her absence.
• Assumes responsibility for the housing unit during his/her tour of duty.

Job description

• Under the supervision of the Housing Lieutenant,the incumbent supervises the job performance and appearance of security personnel assigned to the unit.
• Assists with preparation of evaluations, requests for disciplinary action, counseling, and training of officers assigned to the unit.
• Conducts briefings for all unit officers.
• Makes routine inspections of unit to ensure officers are properly performing their duties and safety, sanitation, and security standards are maintained.
• Conducts investigations of alleged misconduct on part of inmates and employees assigned to the unit.
• Assists in conducting all formal and informal counts.
• Informs Housing Lieutenant of all incidents as they occur.
• Writes reports and reviews reports written by subordinate officers for accuracy, content etc.
• Performs the duties of the Housing Lieutenant in his/her absence.
• Assumes responsibility for the housing unit during his/her tour of duty.

Job Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Housing Lieutenant,the incumbent supervises the job performance and appearance of security personnel assigned to the unit.
• Assists with preparation of evaluations, requests for disciplinary action, counseling, and training of officers assigned to the unit.
• Conducts briefings for all unit officers.
• Makes routine inspections of unit to ensure officers are properly performing their duties and safety, sanitation, and security standards are maintained.
• Conducts investigations of alleged misconduct on part of inmates and employees assigned to the unit.
• Assists in conducting all formal and informal counts.
• Informs Housing Lieutenant of all incidents as they occur.
• Writes reports and reviews reports written by subordinate officers for accuracy, content etc.
• Performs the duties of the Housing Lieutenant in his/her absence.
• Assumes responsibility for the housing unit during his/her tour of duty.

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 based on 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.