Classification Caseworker (#016861) Allendale Correctional Inst, Fairfax (ALLENDALE) Level 2
State of South Carolina
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Classification Caseworker (#017301) Perry Correctional Institution, Pelzer (GREENVILLE) Level 3
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$48,578 - $48,578
per year
Type
Closes
April 3, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves reviewing inmate records, interviewing prisoners, and deciding on their placements, work assignments, and programs within a correctional facility to ensure fair treatment and progress tracking.
A good fit would be someone with experience in administration or corrections who is organized, good at communicating, and comfortable working with people facing challenges.
It requires handling sensitive information and responding to inquiries from officials.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree, or associate's degree plus one year of administrative/correctional experience, or high school diploma plus two years of administrative/correctional experience
- Ability to evaluate inmate records for eligibility in assignments, custody, employment, and programs
- Skills in interviewing inmates, counseling on adjustments, and conducting periodic progress reviews
- Proficiency in operating SCDC computer systems for accessing inmate histories
- Capacity to manage a caseload of about 250 inmates and implement equitable classification
- Must complete four weeks of SCDC basic training upon hire
- Experience responding to inquiries from departmental officials and agencies
Full Job Description
- Evaluate inmate records to determine eligibility for institutional assignments, custody changes, employment and treatment programs.
- Coordinates and implements an equitable classification system for a caseload of approximately 250 inmates.
- Conducts periodic reviews and evaluate inmate's progress.
- Interviews inmates, discuss and record progress made on a periodic basis.
- Counsels with inmates relating to their general institutional adjustment or related problems.
- Respond orally and/or through written correspondence to inquiries or Information on inmates by departmental officials and other agencies.
- Operate the SCDC computer to ascertain information pertaining to Inmates' social, criminal, educational and family histories.
- May serve as the Institutional Records Manager.
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:
Requirements
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and related experience. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required related experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor's degree;
OR
An associate's degree and any one (1) year combination of administrative and/or correctional experience.
OR
A high school diploma and any (2) year combination of administrative and/or correctional experience.
Additional Information
Filling multiple positions #013319.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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