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South Carolina Department of Corrections

Sergeant (#016005) Evans Correctional Inst, Bennettsville (MARLBORO) Level 2

South Carolina Department of Corrections, Columbia, South Carolina, United States

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There is an opening with the South Carolina Department of Corrections. Responsibilities, qualifications and application details are stated below.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision of the Shift Lieutenant, 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.

This position will be assigned to Contraband.

Requirements and Training Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Questions about the application process Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:

Recruiting and Employment Services (803) 896-1649 Employment@doc.sc.gov

Minimum Qualifications State 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

(Or an acceptable equivalency as approved by the Division of State Human Resources).

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.

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.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

Law Enforcement

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