Sergeant (#011162) Kirkland Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3 Position Available In Richland, South Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Sergeant position at Kirkland Correctional Institution in Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3 offers a salary of $60,823.00 annually. Responsibilities include supervising security personnel, controlling inmates, conducting inspections, and resolving misconduct. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma and 18 months of relevant experience in correctional, security, military, or police work. This position is recruited through the SCDC career site.
Job Description
Sergeant (#011162) Kirkland Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3
Salary
$60,823.00 Annually
Location Richland County, SC
Job Type
FTE•Full-Time
Job Number
011162
Agency
Department of Corrections
Division
Kirkland CI
Opening Date
04/26/2025
Closing Date
5/5/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:
JD40
Position Number:
011162
Normal Work Schedule:
Other
Pay Band
Band 5
Hiring Range•Min.
$60,823.00
Hiring Range•Max.
$60,823.00
Opening Date
04/26/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:
NOTE:
This position is recruited through SCDC career site 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
Normal Work Schedule (Other):
Hours/Week:
40.00 hrs.
Shift/Work Schedule:
D2
Work Time:
(6:00 PM•6:00 AM) Shift/hours subject to change.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
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Under supervision of the shift Lieutenant, will be responsible for the overall supervision of the security personnel assigned to the unit and supervision and control of the inmates assigned to the unit. Will Assist with the preparation of employee evaluations, corrective actions, counseling, etc. Will make unannounced inspections of the unit to ensure that subordinate security staff are performing duties properly.
Will be responsible for briefings and training of all security personnel assigned to the unit. Will make routine scheduled and unscheduled inspections of the unit, security devices and gates for cleanliness, serviceability, and accountability, and ensure that the unit meets all safety and osha standards.
Will conduct investigations of alleged misconduct. Will mediate to resolve at lowest level.
Assists in conducting all counts and makes written reports as needed and/or required.
Must successfully complete eight (8) week 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 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:
(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. Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on 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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