South Carolina Department of Corrections
Sergeant (#019715) Kershaw Correctional Institution, Kershaw (LANCASTER) Level 2
South Carolina Department of Corrections, Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Sergeant (#019715) – Kershaw Correctional Institution, Kershaw (LANCASTER) – Level 2
South Carolina Department of Corrections
Job Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Shift Lieutenant, supervise subordinate security assigned to the housing units, and maintain custody and control of all inmates assigned to the units.
Conduct routine inspections of the living areas to ensure compliance with security, safety, and sanitation standards.
Investigate alleged misconduct by inmates and security personnel within the area of responsibility.
Assist with formal and informal counts.
Supervise the job performance, conduct, and appearance of assigned security personnel and prepare employee evaluations.
Counsel, recommend disciplinary action and train subordinate staff to required performance standards.
Prepare reports as needed or required.
Perform duties of Shift Lieutenant when necessary.
Requirements
Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.
A high school diploma and eighteen (18) months of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work.
A degree in criminal justice or a related field may substitute for half of the required experience.
Must be certified by the SCDC training academy and complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position.
Additional Comments 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 part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in disqualification.
Contact: Recruiting and Employment Services – (803) 896‑1649 or Employment@doc.sc.gov.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other, Information Technology, and Management – Law Enforcement
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Job Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Shift Lieutenant, supervise subordinate security assigned to the housing units, and maintain custody and control of all inmates assigned to the units.
Conduct routine inspections of the living areas to ensure compliance with security, safety, and sanitation standards.
Investigate alleged misconduct by inmates and security personnel within the area of responsibility.
Assist with formal and informal counts.
Supervise the job performance, conduct, and appearance of assigned security personnel and prepare employee evaluations.
Counsel, recommend disciplinary action and train subordinate staff to required performance standards.
Prepare reports as needed or required.
Perform duties of Shift Lieutenant when necessary.
Requirements
Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.
A high school diploma and eighteen (18) months of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work.
A degree in criminal justice or a related field may substitute for half of the required experience.
Must be certified by the SCDC training academy and complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position.
Additional Comments 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 part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in disqualification.
Contact: Recruiting and Employment Services – (803) 896‑1649 or Employment@doc.sc.gov.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other, Information Technology, and Management – Law Enforcement
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