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Posted: February 9, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Contraband Correctional Officer (010752) - Manning CI, Columbia (RICHLAND)

State of South Carolina

Department of Corrections

Fresh

Location

Salary

$44,682 - $50,000

per year

Closes

February 24, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves working as a correctional officer focused on detecting and stopping illegal items like drugs and weapons in a prison setting, including searching cells, vehicles, and people, as well as testing inmates for drugs and reporting on gang activities.

It's a hands-on role that requires vigilance and teamwork to keep the facility secure.

A good fit would be someone reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable in high-stress environments with a clean background and basic qualifications.

Key Requirements

  • U.S. Citizen
  • 18 years of age or older
  • High school graduate or GED
  • Valid driver's license
  • No convictions for crimes with sentences of one year or more, or fines of $1,000 or more
  • Pass a physical examination administered by SCDC
  • Non-offensive, non-gang-related tattoos not visible on face or head (neck evaluated case-by-case)

Full Job Description


  • Assist with intelligence gathering to contribute to the prevention, detection, and seizing of contraband items at the institution.
  • Responsible for inmate drug testing.
  • Assist with inmate cell searches, contraband retrieval, including employee, visitor, vehicle, dorm, and package searches.
  • Provides the Warden with pertinent information as it relates to gang activity and suspicious behavior within the institution.
  • You will be responsible for any additional duties assigned by your supervisor or Warden.


2 Positions Available

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

SCDC Minimum Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • 18 years of age or older
  • High school graduate or GED
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license
  • Tattoos: Must not be offensive and/or gang related or visibly located on the face or head. Tattoos on the neck will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
  • Cannot have been convicted of a crime with a maximum allowable sentence of one year or more, or a fine of $1,000.
  • Must pass a physical examination administered by SCDC.

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: 2/9/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/10/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5222592