Sergeant - Inst Recruitment (#018802) Ridgeland Correctional Inst., Ridgeland (JASPER) Level 2

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Recruiting Sergeant to lead correctional officer recruitment, guiding applicants from initial contact through onboarding and training. This role screens candidates, conducts interviews, coordinates testing and documentation, and ensures a smooth transition into full-time employment.

The position supports staffing goals by maintaining an efficient hiring pipeline and ensuring candidate compliance with agency standards and security requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree may substitute for the required experience.
• Eighteen months of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work.
• Certification by SCDC Training Academy required; basic supervisory course within six months.

Responsibilities

• Engage applicants quickly and provide clear information about the role and process.
• Screen applications for minimum qualifications and assist through full steps.
• Conduct interviews, assess suitability, and coordinate with the Warden.
• Manage pre-employment requirements, including testing, background checks, and medical screenings.
• Oversee new-hire orientation, equipment issuance, and initial job shadowing.
• Track applicant progress, maintain hiring records, and report recruitment trends.
• Coordinate with HR, training staff, and leadership to support staffing needs.

Skills

Interviewing

Screening Applications

Coordinate Testing

Documentation Management

New Hire Orientation

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Recruiting Sergeant serves as the institution’s primary lead for correctional officer recruitment, guiding applicants from initial contact through onboarding. This role identifies and screens candidates, conducts interviews, coordinates required testing and documentation, and ensures new hires transition smoothly into training and full-time employment. The position supports institutional staffing goals by maintaining an efficient hiring pipeline and ensuring all candidates meet agency standards and security requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Quickly engage applicants and provide clear information about the role and hiring process.
• Screen applications for minimum qualifications and assist candidates through full application steps.
• Conduct interviews, assess candidate suitability, and coordinate interviews with the Warden.
• Manage all pre-employment requirements, including testing, background checks, and medical screenings.
• Oversee new-hire orientation, equipment issuance, and initial job shadowing.
• Track applicant progress, maintain hiring records, and report recruitment trends to leadership.
• Coordinate with HR, training staff, and leadership to support institutional staffing needs.

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
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.

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.