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Sergeant (#014033) Camille Graham Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND)

South Carolina Department of Corrections, Columbia, SC, United States


Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the shift lieutenant, responsible for 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.

Make routine inspections of the living areas for compliance with security, safety and sanitation standards.

Conduct investigations of alleged misconduct on the part of the inmates and security personnel assigned to the area of responsibility.

Assist in conducting formal and informal counts; supervise the job performance, conduct and appearance of security personnel assigned to the shift; prepare employee evaluations, counsel, recommend disciplinary action, and train subordinate staff to required standards of performance.

Prepare reports as needed/required.

Requirements
Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Minimum Qualifications
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 of 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.

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.

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