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Sergeant (#012656) Camille Graham Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 2

State of South Carolina

Richland County, SCFull-time$52–62K/yrPosted 4 days agoStill listed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$52–62K/yr
Location
Richland County, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

SCDC Training Academy Certification, required

Job overview

The Sergeant supervises security personnel assigned to housing units and oversees the custody and control of inmates in those units. The role includes inspecting living areas, investigating alleged misconduct, assisting with counts, evaluating and training staff, recommending discipline, and preparing reports. The position requires a high school diploma and relevant experience, with specified education substitutions, and successful completion of SCDC training requirements.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Security Supervision, nice to haveInmate Custody and Control, nice to haveSecurity Inspections, nice to haveMisconduct Investigations, nice to haveStaff Training, nice to have

Qualifications

High School Diploma, required18 Months Relevant Experience, requiredCriminal Justice or Related Degree, nice to haveSCDC Training Academy Certification, requiredBasic Supervisory Course, requiredEight Weeks Basic Training, required

Full job description

  • Under 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.
  • Make routine inspections of the living areas for compliance with security, safety and sanitation standards.
  • Conduct investigations of alleged misconduct on the part of inmates and security personnel assigned to your 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.

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 (803) 896-1649 [email protected]

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.

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