Sergeant (#019532) Kershaw Correctional Institution, Kershaw (LANCASTER) Level 2

State of South Carolina; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is seeking a qualified candidate to supervise security staff in housing units and oversee inmate custody and control. The role requires conducting inspections, investigations of misconduct, and counts, with duties including reporting and training staff, and may include performing Shift Lieutenant duties when needed.

A high school diploma is required with related experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree may substitute for required experience.
• Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and complete Basic Supervisory Course within six months.
• Equal opportunity employer and non-discrimination statement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise security staff assigned to housing units.
• Oversee custody and control of inmates.
• Conduct routine inspections of living areas for safety and sanitation.
• Investigate alleged misconduct by inmates and staff.
• Assist in informal and formal counts.
• Supervise staff performance and prepare evaluations.
• Counsel, discipline recommendations, and train subordinate staff.
• Prepare reports and perform Shift Lieutenant duties when needed.

Skills

Supervision

Inmate security

Investigations

Training staff

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree substitution

Job description

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:

Recruiting and Employment Services
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• 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.
• Performs duties of Shift Lieutenant when necessary.

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.

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.