Detention Deputy
Laurens County Detention Center
Job Description
Job Description
Join Our Team: Detention Deputy
Location: Laurens County Detention Center – Laurens, SC
Department: Laurens County Sheriff’s Office / Detention Division
Employment Type: Full-Time
Why Laurens County?
At the Laurens County Detention Center, we don’t just offer a job; we offer a career with a purpose. We are looking for disciplined, high-integrity individuals to join our team in maintaining a safe and secure environment for both staff and detainees. If you are looking for a role that rewards leadership, resilience, and professional growth, your journey starts here.
The Role
As a Detention Deputy, you are the backbone of our facility. You are responsible for the safety, security, and care of inmates while upholding the laws of South Carolina and the policies of Laurens County.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain Security: Conduct routine patrols, headcounts, and searches to ensure the facility remains secure and contraband-free.
- Supervise Operations: Oversee inmate movements, meal distributions, and visitation periods.
- Enforce Policy: Apply facility rules fairly and consistently to maintain order and discipline.
- Crisis Management: Respond effectively to emergency situations, including medical alerts or physical altercations.
- Professional Documentation: Maintain accurate daily logs and incident reports with high attention to detail.
What We’re Looking For
We value character over a long resume. If you have the right mindset, we provide the training.
- Integrity: You do the right thing, even when no one is watching.
- Communication: The ability to de-escalate situations using verbal skills is your greatest tool.
- Resilience: You can stay calm and focused under pressure.
- Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Must pass a background check, drug screen, and driving record.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: based on experience with overtime opportunities, cost of living increases and longevity pay increases.
- State Benefits: Enrollment in the South Carolina Police Officers Retirement System (PORS).
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid Training: We pay for your South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy (SCCJA) certification.
- Career Ladder: Clear pathways for promotion to Sergeant, Lieutenant, and specialized units.
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