Sergeant (#010027) Kershaw Correctional Institution, Kershaw (LANCASTER) Level 2 Position Available In Lancaster, South Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Sergeant position at Kershaw Correctional Institution offers an annual salary of $55,323. Responsible for supervising security personnel and inmates, conducting inspections, and preparing reports. Requires a high school diploma and 18 months of relevant experience. Recruited through governmentjobs.com by the South Carolina Department of Corrections.
Job Description
Sergeant (#010027) Kershaw Correctional Institution, Kershaw (LANCASTER) Level 2
Salary
$55,323.00 Annually
Location Lancaster County, SC
Job Type
FTE•Full-Time
Job Number
010027
Agency
Department of Corrections
Division
Kershaw CI
Opening Date
04/26/2025
Closing Date
5/5/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:
JD40
Position Number:
010027
Normal Work Schedule:
Other
Pay Band
Band 5
Hiring Range•Min.
$55,323.00
Hiring Range•Max.
$55,323.00
Opening Date
04/26/2025
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
Normal Work Schedule (Other):
Work Time:
(7:00 AM to 7:00 PM)
Hours/Week:
40.00 hrs.
Shift/Work Schedule:
D1 Shift 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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Job Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Shift Lieutenant, is responsible for the overall supervision of subordinate security assigned to the housing units, and for the supervision, custody, and control of all inmates assigned to the housing units.
Makes routine inspections of the living areas for compliance with security, safety, and sanitation standards.
Conducts investigations of alleged misconduct on the part of inmates and security personnel assigned to the area of responsibility.
Assists in conducting formal and informal counts.
Supervises the job performance, conduct, and appearance of assigned security personnel and prepares employee evaluations.
Counsels, recommends disciplinary action, and trains subordinate staff to required standards of performance.
Prepares reports as needed 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 South Carolina Department of Corrections 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.
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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