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Posted: January 13, 2026 (2 days ago)

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Assistant Farm Manager (#014497) Walden Farm, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 1

State of South Carolina

Department of Corrections

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$50,819 - $60,500

per year

Closes

January 28, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves helping run a farm that grows crops, raises beef cattle, manages pastures, and produces food for inmates, including overseeing a greenhouse and honey bee operations.

You'll also supervise and train inmate workers to keep everything running smoothly.

It's a good fit for someone with hands-on farming experience who is comfortable working in a correctional environment and enjoys leading teams.

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree and one year of relevant program experience, or high school diploma and two years of relevant program experience
  • Must obtain a private pesticide applicator's license within one year of employment
  • Ability to assist in operating row crops, beef cattle, pasture management, and produce growing
  • Supervision and training of inmate workforce crews
  • Oversight of greenhouse operations and honey bee harvesting for pollination
  • Successful completion of four weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire

Full Job Description

  • Assist in the operation and management of a diverse farming operation.
  • The operation consists of row crops, beef cattle, pasture management and the growing of produce for inmate consumption.
  • Supervision of a greenhouse operation with oversight of the harvesting of honey from bees grown for pollination.
  • Supervision and training of inmate work force crew.
Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of 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

Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and relevant program experience.

SCDC Minimum Requirements:
  • An associate's degree and one (1) year relevant program experience.

OR

  • A high school diploma and two (2) years relevant program experience.

Must have a private pesticide applicators license or obtain one within one year of employment.

Additional Information

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.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/13/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/13/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5194482