Sergeant - CBT (#012268) Inmate Bus Terminal, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH seeks a disciplined Correctional Officer to operate at the Central Bus Terminal Location, under direct supervision to meet daily objectives and enforce agency policies. You will direct subordinates in discipline, safety, and security, and ensure the safe transport of inmates across custody levels for PCR, medical, parole, extraditions, and regional courts.

Responsibilities include proper use of keys, firearms, chemical munitions, and restraint equipment; assigning

Qualifications

• A high school diploma and relevant experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for required experience.
• Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and complete basic supervisory course within six months.

Responsibilities

• Operate at the central bus terminal location and meet daily objectives.
• Direct and instruct subordinates in discipline, safety, and security.
• Provide safe transport of inmates across custody levels for PCR, medical, parole, extraditions, and court appearances.
• Ensure proper use of keys, firearms, chemical munitions, and restraint equipment.
• Assign duties and ensure vehicles and communication devices are operational.

Skills

Discipline

Safety procedures

Security procedures

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree may substitute for experience

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• THIS POSITION WILL OPERATE AT THE CENTRAL BUS TERMINAL LOCATION.
• Under direct supervision of the lieutenant, ensures CBT operations meet daily objectives and follow agency policies and procedures.
• Directs and instructs subordinates in discipline, safety, and security.
• Provides safe transport of inmates of all custody levels for PCR, medical, parole, extraditions, and regional courts.
• Ensures proper use of keys, firearms, chemical munitions, and restraint equipment.
• Assigns officer duties and ensures vehicles and communication devices are operational.
• Conducts roll call, monitors officers and inmate movement, and verifies counts.
• Addresses inmate disputes and complaints and assists with investigations.
• Evaluates and counsels officers and prepares required documentation.
• Conducts safety and security inspections and corrects or reports deficiencies.
• Assists with emergency evacuations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the division director of security or designee.

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 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.
• Requires possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of entry into the position.

Additional Comments

Multi - Fill: 016067, 019575, 013264, and 013519.

The South Carolina Department of Correctional 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.