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Sergeant (#012974) Kirkland Correctional Institution, Columbia (Richland) Level 3

State of South Carolina | SC

Posted Date 6/18/2025
Description
  • Serves as Housing Sergeant under general supervision of Shift and Housing Lieutenants.
  • Responsible for the overall training, supervision, and mentoring of the subordinate security staff assigned to the unit and for the supervision, custody and control of all inmates assigned to the housing unit.
  • Investigates all complaints and problems reported.
  • Prepares and reviews all written reports prior to forwarding to appropriate supervisor.
  • Makes routine scheduled and unscheduled inspections to ensure staff are performing duties properly and to ensure the housing unit is meeting all standards required for safety, sanitation and OSHA.
  • Performs duties of Housing Lieutenant as required.
  • Assists directly with all count procedures.
  • This position is for SSR.

Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks 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
Employment@doc.sc.gov

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:

(Or an acceptable equivalency as approved by the Division of State Human Resources).

  • Eighteen (18) months 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.

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.


Salary50,819.00 - 60,500.00 Annual
Field
Corrections
Highest Educational Degree Required
High school diploma

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