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Lieutenant (#011197) Livesay Correctional Inst, Spartanburg (SPARTANBURG) Level 1

State of South Carolina

Spartanburg County, SCFull-time$58–68K/yrPosted 2 days agoStill listed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$58–68K/yr
Location
Spartanburg County, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

SCDC Training Academy CertificationBasic Supervisory Course Within 6 Months

Job overview

Under general supervision, the Lieutenant plans, coordinates, and directs security staff and oversees security, custody, and control of inmates at a minimum-security facility. The role is responsible for the security of buildings and public property, checking staff performance and safety, and supporting accurate inmate counts. It also investigates complaints and violations and arbitrates disputes among inmates and correctional staff.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Security OperationsStaff SupervisionInmate CustodyInmate CountingComplaint InvestigationDispute Resolution

Qualifications

High School Diploma3 Years Correctional, Security, Military, or Police Experience1 Year Supervisory ExperienceCriminal Justice or Related DegreeSCDC Training Academy CertificationBasic Supervisory Course Within 6 Months8 Weeks SCDC Basic Training

Full job description

  • Under general supervision, plans coordinate & direct the actions of the security staff and oversees security, custody and control of the inmates in a minimum-security facility.

  • Assumes primary responsibility for security of all buildings and public property.

  • Make routine checks of the unit(s) to ensure subordinate staff are performing their duties properly and safely, and that cleanliness and OSHA standards are maintained.

  • Assists with all inmates count for accuracy. Investigates complaints and violations; arbitrates disputes among inmate population and correctional staff.

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 three (3) years’ experience in correctional, security, military, or police work to include one (1) year of supervisory experience.

  • A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for supervisory experience year for year (associate and above = 1 year).

  • 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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