Job Description

Posting number: 013275

Department: Department of Corrections

Division: Lieber CI

Job classification: Correctional Officer

Posting type: Open

Categories: Corrections, Safety, Security

Base Pay Adjustments Plus Institution Incentives Minimum Institutions

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Lieber Travel Team
*$54,682 - $55,704

*The salary amounts provided represent the minimum and maximum ranges based on years of current agency service plus incentive structures at SCDC. It is important to note that not all individuals may qualify for the highest tier of base pay adjustments and incentives.

Provides security, custody and control of inmates in a correctional setting. Duties include:

• Maintain control in inmate dorms, cafeteria, work sites and surrounding areas.
• Instruct and direct inmates assigned to various work details.
• Maintain and report inmate count and daily logs; prepare and submit miscellaneous reports.
• Maintain surveillance and search for contraband.
• Maintain and inspect building for cleanliness and sanitation; requisition and direct issuance of supplies, tools and equipment; maintain inventory of equipment.
• Escort visitors and civilian employees through assigned facility.
• Ensure that inmates receive prescribed treatment including medical and behavioral prescriptions.
• Control gate tower or other special post.
• Make prescribed security inspections and searches of specified buildings, building contents, grounds, vehicles and people and take necessary action.
• Maintain and operate security devices in a security setting, such as gates and doors, weapons and mechanical devices.
• Instruct and counsel officers concerning duty requirements.
• Investigate inmate/resident complaints and take appropriate action.
• Serve as backup for any dorm/building dispute requiring assistance and crisis intervention; make reports to appropriate personnel.

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services (803) 896-1649Employment@doc.sc.gov

Examples of duties

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• 18 years of age or older
• High school graduate or GED.
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Tattoos: Must not be offensive and/or gang related or visibly located on the face or head. Tattoos on the neck will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
• Must pass a medical assessment administered by SCDC.
• Must successfully complete the Correctional Officer Basic Certification Course within first six (6) months of placement into the position.

Qualifications

Live in the Columbia Metro area.

Supplemental information

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.