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Counsel Substitute (#016130) Operations, Columbia (RICHLAND)

State of South Carolina

Richland County, SCFull-time$40–68K/yrPosted 6 days agoStill listed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$40–68K/yr
Location
Richland County, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Counsel Substitute maintains up-to-date knowledge of agency policies governing inmate disciplinary processes, investigates charges, interviews witnesses, and presents evidence. They may attend testimony when required, build relationships with staff to gather facts, and must complete four weeks of basic training.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Agency Rules KnowledgeEffective Communication

Qualifications

High School DiplomaBachelor's DegreeRelated Experience

Full job description

  • Responsible for maintaining constant up-to-date knowledge of agency policy and procedures, rules and regulations governing the inmate disciplinary process.
  • Investigates charges and develops all avenues of advocacy necessary to ensure that full due process is afforded the inmate during disciplinary hearings.
  • Interviews witnesses and presents supporting evidence.
  • When security mandates, will be present on the inmate's behalf and safeguards the interests of the inmate during testimony.
  • Establishes good working relationship with institutional staff in order to effectively gather facts relating to inmate disciplinary cases.
  • Position is located at Allendale Correctional Institution.

Must successfully complete four (4) 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 related experience. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required related experience.

SCDC Minimum Requirements:

  • A high school diploma and related experience.

  • A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required related experience.

Preferred working knowledge of agency rules and regulations governing inmate disciplinary hearing resolutions and the ability to communicate effectively with inmates and administrative personnel. 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.

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