Sergeant I (Temporary)

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates and directs the actions of the security staff and oversees security, custody, and control of inmates in assigned units.

Assumes primary responsibility for security of all buildings and public property.

Makes routine checks of the units to ensure subordinate staff are performing their duties properly and safely, and that cleanliness and OSHA standards are maintained.

Assist with all inmate counts for accuracy.

Investigates inmate complaints and violations; arbitrates disputes among inmate population and correctional staff.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

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

A high school diploma and 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.

Additional Comments

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.

Benefits For State Employees

health and dental insurance

retirement and savings plan options

paid vacation and sick leave

Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits.

Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans.

Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

Tuition assistance

Holiday, annual and sick leave

Discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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