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Sergeant - CBT (#010582) Inmate Bus Terminal, Ridgeville (DORCHESTER)

State of South Carolina

Dorchester County, SCFull-time$52–62K/yrPosted todayStill listed today

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

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Commercial Driver's LicenseSCDC Training Academy Certification

Job overview

The Sergeant oversees inmate bus terminal operations, directing subordinates in discipline, safety, and security while ensuring transport of inmates to courts, medical facilities, and other destinations. Responsibilities include managing keys, firearms, restraint equipment, vehicle readiness, communication devices, roll calls, investigations, inspections, and emergency evacuations, all in compliance with agency policies.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Discipline ManagementSafety ProceduresSecurity OperationsInmate TransportFirearms HandlingRestraint Equipment UseVehicle OperationsCommunication Device OperationRoll Call ManagementInvestigation AssistanceCounseling SkillsInspection ConductingEmergency Evacuation Procedures

Qualifications

High School Diploma18 Months Experience in Correctional Security Military or Police WorkCommercial Driver's LicenseSCDC Training Academy Certification

Full job description

  • Under the direct supervision of the Lieutenant, ensures CBT operations meet daily objectives and follow agency policies and procedures.

  • Directs and instructs subordinates in discipline, safety, and security.

  • Provides safe transport of inmates of all custody levels for PCR, medical, parole, extraditions, and regional courts.

  • Ensure proper use of keys, firearms, chemical munitions, and restraint equipment.

  • Assigns officer duties and ensures vehicles and communication devices are operational.

  • Conducts roll call, monitors officers and inmate movement and verifies counts.

  • Addresses inmate disputes and complaints and assists with investigations.

  • Evaluates and counsels officers and prepares required documentation.

  • Conducts safety and security inspections and corrects or reports deficiencies.

  • Assists with emergency evacuations.

  • Performs all other duties as assigned by the Division Director of Security or designee.

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 1/2 of 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.

  • Requires possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of entry into the position.

The South Carolina Department of Correctional 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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