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Sergeant (#015495) Allendale Correctional Inst, Fairfax (ALLENDALE) Level 2

State of South Carolina

Allendale County, SCFull-time$52–62K/yrPosted 4 days agoStill listed 4 days ago

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At a glance

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

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

SCDC Training Academy Certification, requiredBasic Supervisory Course, required

Job overview

Under the shift lieutenant’s general supervision, the Sergeant oversees security staff and inmates assigned to housing units. The role includes inspecting living areas, investigating alleged misconduct, assisting with counts, evaluating and training subordinate staff, and preparing reports. Candidates need a high school diploma and relevant experience; a related bachelor’s degree may substitute for experience. SCDC training and supervisory-course requirements also apply.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Security Supervision, nice to haveInmate Supervision, nice to haveInspections, nice to haveMisconduct Investigations, nice to haveEmployee Evaluations, nice to haveStaff Training, nice to have

Qualifications

High School Diploma, required18 Months Relevant Experience, requiredCriminal Justice or Related Degree, nice to haveSCDC Training Academy Certification, requiredBasic Supervisory Course, required8 Weeks Basic Training, required

Full job description

Under the general supervision of the shift lieutenant,

  • Is responsible for the overall supervision of subordinate security assigned to the housing units, and for the supervision, custody and control of all inmates assigned to the housing units.
  • Makes routine inspections of the living areas for compliance with security, safety, and sanitation standards.
  • Conducts investigations of alleged misconduct on the part of inmates and security personnel assigned to the area of responsibility.
  • Assists in conducting formal and informal counts.
  • Supervises the job performance, conduct and appearance of assigned security personnel and prepares employee evaluations.
  • Counsels, recommends disciplinary action, and trains subordinate staff to required standards of performance.
  • Prepares reports as needed or required.

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 half 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.

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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