Sergeant (#019512) Kershaw Correctional Inst, Kershaw, (LANCASTER) Level 2

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Flexible work schedules (some state-ag

Résumé du poste

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Supervisory Corrections Officer to oversee security personnel in housing units, supervise inmate custody, and ensure compliance with security, safety, and sanitation standards.

Eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training are required after hire. A high school diploma is required; a related degree may substitute for experience, and certification must be completed within six months of entry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree may substitute for some experience.
• Certification from SCDC Training Academy required within six months.

Responsabilités

• Supervise security assigned to housing units and custody of inmates.
• Inspect living areas for security, safety, and sanitation compliance.
• Conduct investigations of misconduct by inmates or staff.
• Assist in counts and prepare employee evaluations.
• Counsel and train subordinate staff to required standards.
• Prepare reports and perform duties of Shift Lieutenant when needed.
• Position assigned to Restricted Housing Unit (RHU).

Connaissances

Supervision

Investigations

Reporting

Training

Disciplinary action

Inmate supervision

Formation

High school diploma

Criminal justice degree substitution

Description du poste

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/required.
• Performs duties of Shift Lieutenant when necessary.
• This position will be assigned to Restricted Housing Unit (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.

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.

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.