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Correctional Officer (CBT Transport Team - 012975) - Columbia (RICHLAND)

State of South Carolina

Richland County, SCFull-time$46–51K/yrPosted todayStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$46–51K/yr
Location
Richland County, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Correctional Officer Basic Certification Course, requiredValid Driver's License, required

Job overview

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks a CBT Transport Team Officer based at the Central Bus Terminal. The officer transports and supervises inmates, including during hospital visits and other movements, and maintains security equipment, vehicles, and communications devices. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; weekend duties may be assigned through a call list. Applicants must meet SCDC’s stated minimum requirements.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Inmate Transportation, nice to haveSecurity Equipment Use, nice to haveInmate Supervision, nice to haveVehicle Readiness, nice to haveWritten Documentation, nice to have

Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship, requiredMust Be 18+, requiredHigh School Diploma or GED, requiredValid Driver's License, requiredSCDC Medical Assessment, requiredCorrectional Officer Basic Certification Course, required

Full job description

Base Pay Adjustments Plus Incentive

CBT Transport Team Officer Central Bus Terminal *$55,575 - $56,618 *The salary amounts provided represent the minimum and maximum ranges based on years of current agency service plus incentive structures at SCDC. It is important to note that not all individuals may qualify for the highest tier of base pay adjustments and incentives.

  • Provide safe transport of inmates in all custody levels on post convictions relief (PCR), medical appointments, parole, and extradition for all levels of inmates to include Safe-Keepers (SK) and Special Management units (SMU), Security Detention (SD), regional courts, to and from hospitals (male and female).

  • Provide proper use of keys, firearms, chemical munitions, and restraining equipment when necessary and ensure all are in working order.

  • Maintain control of security keys/equipment assigned to the hospital.

  • Ensure safe, order and control of security keys/equipment assigned to the hospital.

  • Ensure safe order and control of inmates housed in community hospitals.

  • Inspects posts to ensure proper performance of duties.

  • Stays up to date on security status of inmates assigned to the hospitals.

  • Responds to complaints and concerns from hospital staff, and all other duties assigned by the Division of Security Management.

  • Ensure transportation vehicles are in a high state of readiness, cleaned, and serviceable.

  • Ensure communication devices are operational. Report and correct vehicular deficiencies.

  • May be assigned to work in an institutional setting after transportation assessments are completed.

  • Monitor inmate movement and relieve officers from posts, as needed, and any other duties a Correctional Sergeant may require.

  • Prepare and submit written documentation and review operational and administrative reports as necessary.

  • May be assigned specific duties to ensure cleaning of building/grounds, etc.

  • Supervise inmates at the Central Bus Terminal.

  • Perform all essential and marginal functions of the Correctional Officer position, as required by Post Orders, and all other duties assigned by Division of Security Management.

  • Assist with emergency evacuations of inmates/civilians during or after inclement weather, as needed.

  • May be placed on a call list for weekend duties

4 Positions Available Monday - Friday (8:00 am - 4:00 pm) 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] SCDC Minimum Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • 18 years of age or older
  • High school graduate or GED
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license
  • Tattoos: Must not be offensive and/or gang related or visibly located on the face or head. Tattoos on the neck will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
  • Must pass a medical assessment administered by SCDC.
  • Must successfully complete the Correctional Officer Basic Certification Course six (6) months of placement 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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