Classification Caseworker (#017301) Perry Correctional Institution, Pelzer (GREENVILLE) Level 3
State of South Carolina
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Classification Caseworker (#019597) Tyger River Correctional Inst., Enoree (SPARTANBURG) Level 2
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$48,578 - $48,578
per year
Type
Closes
April 4, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves reviewing inmate records, interviewing prisoners, and managing their assignments to jobs, programs, and custody levels in a correctional facility to ensure fair treatment and progress tracking.
A good fit would be someone organized and empathetic with experience in administrative or correctional work, who can handle sensitive information and communicate effectively with officials and inmates.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree, or associate 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 changes, jobs, and treatment programs
- Skills in coordinating classification systems for a caseload of about 250 inmates
- Conduct periodic reviews and interviews with inmates on adjustment and problems
- Respond to inquiries from departmental officials and agencies via oral or written means
- Proficiency in operating SCDC computer systems for inmate history information
- Successful completion of four weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
Full Job Description
Evaluates inmate records to determine eligibility for institutional assignments, custody changes, job assignments and treatment programs.
Coordinate an equitable classification system for a caseload of approximately 250 inmates.
Conducts periodic reviews and evaluates Inmate’s progress.
Interviews inmates relating to their general Institutional adjustment or related problems.
Responds orally and/or through written correspondence to inquiries of information on inmates by departmental officials and other agencies.
Operates the SCDC computer to ascertain information pertaining to inmate's social criminal, educational and family histories.
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 related experience. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required related experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor's degree.
OR
An associate 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
Multiple positions: 013814.
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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