Skip to main content
State of South Carolina logo

Associate Warden - KCI Max (#010829) Kirkland Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3

State of South Carolina

Richland County, SCFull-time$110–113K/yrPosted 3 days agoStill listed 3 days ago

Most applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.

You apply on the employer's site, with no Olive account needed.

Watch jobs like this.

Don't just apply. Show up ready.

Olive works from this exact posting.

At a glance

Compensation
$110–113K/yr
Location
Richland County, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Olive lists jobs from US employers, including remote roles you can work from the United States.

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

SCDC Training Academy Certification, requiredBasic Supervisory Course, required

Job overview

The Associate Warden manages the daily operations of the maximum-security unit at a Level 3 correctional facility under the warden’s limited supervision. The role oversees staff, training, case management, safety, security, and sanitation; monitors inmate behavior; conducts inspections; and ensures compliance. The position also includes administrative duties and requires completion of SCDC Basic Training after hire.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Correctional Operations, nice to haveStaff Supervision, nice to haveCase Management, nice to haveSafety and Security, nice to haveInmate Behavior Management, nice to haveInspections, nice to haveCompliance, nice to haveRelationship Building, nice to haveAdministrative Functions, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Experience, nice to haveHigh School Diploma, required10 Years Relevant Experience, required5 Years Supervisory Experience, requiredCriminal Justice or Related Degree, nice to haveSCDC Training Academy Certification, requiredBasic Supervisory Course, required8 Weeks SCDC Basic Training, required

Full job description

  • Under the limited supervision of the warden, the incumbent shall be responsible for the daily management of the maximum-security unit (SSR) of a level 3 facility.

  • Maintains responsibility for all matters and operations pertaining to the unit, including staff, training, case management, safety, security, and sanitation.

  • Monitors and addresses Inmate behavior within the unit.

  • Conducts inspections and ensures compliance.

  • Chairs town hall meetings.

  • Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with peers and subordinate staff.

  • Performs additional duties as required, including participation in institutional committees and boards, serving as duty officer, and other administrative functions.

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 bachelor's degree and supervisory experience in a correctional environment or relevant military experience. Relevant experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

SCDC Minimum Requirements:

  • A high school diploma and ten (10) years' experience in correctional, security, military, or police work, including five (5) years of supervisory experience in a correctional environment.

  • A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for the overall experience on a year for year basis (Associate = 2 years, Bachelor's and above = 4 years).

  • No substitutions for supervisory 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.

Working hours may vary. On call 24/7 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.

Prepare for this role

You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.