Captain - MEDC
State of South Carolina
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Captain (#013967) Goodman Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 1
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$71,047 - $83,400
per year
Type
Closes
April 22, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a Captain at a correctional institution, where you'll oversee security shifts, manage staff, and ensure the safety of the facility and its inmates.
It involves directing daily operations, training employees, and handling reports to maintain order.
A good fit would be someone with experience in corrections, security, or law enforcement who enjoys leading teams in high-stakes environments.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma required
- Six years of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work
- Two years of supervisory experience in a relevant field
- Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field may substitute for supervisory experience (year for year, associate degree = 2 years)
- Must successfully complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
- Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy
- Must complete basic supervisory course within six months of hire
Full Job Description
- Schedules, directs and manages the employment and duty activities of a security shift.
- Supervises, inspects, and ensures proper perimeter and internal security and control measures are in effect and enforced.
- Prepares, submits, and monitors reports required by the chain of command and policy.
- Directs and redirects security resources for optimum security and safety.
- Ensures that institutional buildings and state property are properly secured.
- Trains, develops, instructs, evaluates, and counsels subordinates to ensure duty performance is in accordance with state laws and agency policies.
- Ensures the proper control, issue, and use of weapons, keys, security devices and agency equipment.
- Inspects all posts where shift employees are deployed.
- Interviews and counsels inmates as necessary to ensure maximum safety and security.
- Serves in Duty Warden Rotation.
Must successfully complete eight (8) 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
Recruiting and Employment Services
803-896-1649
Employment@doc.sc.gov
Requirements
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and relevant supervisory experience. A bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for the required supervisory experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:
- A high school diploma and six (6) years experience in correctional, security, military, or police work which include two (2) years of supervisory experience.
- A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for supervisory experience year for year (associate and above = 2 years).
- 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 Information
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.
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