Job Description

Posting number: 019888

Department: Department of Corrections

Division: Security

Job classification: Correctional Officer

Posting type: Open

Categories: Corrections, Law Enforcement, Safety, Security

Main Front Gate

*$44,682 - $45,704

*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.

• Monitors and controls pedestrian and vehicle traffic, enforces current policy and procedures, and assists in non-routing problems.

• Makes sanitation, safety, and security inspections of all buildings, building contents, grounds, and vehicles, and corrects or reports shortcomings or deficiencies.

• Supervises and verifies accuracy of scheduled visitors and functions to ensure only authorized personnel are permitted to enter complex.

• Ensures escorts are provided when necessary for emergency personnel or special groups or functions.

• Monitors inmate movement within the area. Remains thoroughly familiar with search, contraband, emergencies, escape & use of force policies as they may relate to the front gate.

• Be knowledgeable of the scanning, logging, and accountability of processing all visitors and staff through the front gate.

• Be knowledgeable of the procedures during Parole of visitors & inmates.

• Performs all marginal or related duties as Correctional Officer as required by supervisor.

Examples of duties

• U.S. Citizen.
• 18 and over.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 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 (6) six months of placement into the position.

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.