Correctional Officer Position Available In Greenville, South Carolina

Correctional Officer

Salary
See Position Description
Location Statewide, SC
Job Type
FTE

• Full-Time
  Job Number
  64844
  Agency
  Department of Corrections
  Division
  CO & Cadet Recruiting
  Opening Date
  06/17/2025

Class Code:

JD35

Position Number:

64844

Normal Work Schedule:

Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):
12 hour shifts, no rotation, 2 weekends off per month, work only 14 days per month.
Pay Grade
LAW01
Hiring Range

• Min.
  $44,682.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$50,000.00
Opening Date
06/17/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

NOTE:

This position is recruited through govermentjobs.com only. You must apply online via the South Carolina Department of Corrections Career website: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/scdc to be considered as an applicant for this position. 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
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Job Responsibilities
Base Pay Adjustments Plus Institution Incentives Minimum Institutions
Goodman, Livesay, Manning, Palmer

• $44,682
• $45,704
  Medium Institutions
  Allendale CI, Camille Graham CI, Evans CI, Kershaw CI, Leath CI, MacDougall CI,
• Ridgeland CI, Trenton CI, Turbeville CI, Tyger River CI, Wateree River CI
• $49,682
• $50,704
  Close Institutions
  Broad River CI, Kirkland CI, Lee CI, Lieber CI, McCormick CI, Perry CI
• $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.
• Shift Differential is available to those that are assigned Night Shift.
• Geographical pay differential is available for this position at Ridgeland Correctional Institution.
• 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.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
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.
Cannot have been convicted of a crime with a maximum allowable sentence of one year or more, or a fine of $1,000.
Must pass a physical exam administered by SCDC.
Must successfully complete the Correctional Officer Basic Certification Course within first six months of placement 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.
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.
Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Department of Corrections
Address
4444 Broad River Road
Columbia, South Carolina, 29210
Phone
803-896-1649
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