Inmate Grievance Coord (#014952) McCormick Correctional Inst. McCormick (McCORMICK) Level 3
State of South Carolina
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Inmate Grievance Coord. (#012141) Kirkland Correctional Inst., Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$45,300 - $61,000
per year
Type
Closes
April 9, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves handling complaints from inmates in a prison setting by investigating issues, interviewing people involved, and recommending solutions to resolve problems fairly and quickly.
It requires reviewing policies and rules to make decisions and forwarding appeals when needed.
A good fit would be someone with administrative experience, especially in corrections or law enforcement, who is organized, fair-minded, and comfortable working in a high-stakes environment.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma required
- Four years of responsible clerical, secretarial, or administrative experience, preferably in corrections or law enforcement
- Bachelor's degree may substitute for the work experience
- Experience with personal computers
- Experience in leadership, law enforcement, paralegal, research, or investigations
- Must successfully complete four weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
Full Job Description
- Under limited supervision from the Warden, Chief of Inmate Grievance Branch, and Central Office Inmate Grievance Administrators, performs a wide variety of administrative duties for the Inmate Grievance Branch.
- Investigates grievances by conducting thorough and impartial inquiries of circumstances pertaining to grievances through interviews with inmates and staff.
- Analyzes specific information obtained and prepares recommendations designed to resolve problems at the lowest possible level.
- Reviews and research SCDC policies, relevant/mandated statues, disciplinary tapes, and any documentation related to grievances.
- Interprets rules, regulations, policies, and procedures as they apply to day-to-day operations and to the grievance procedures, accepts and forwards appeals to the central office, serves inmates with step 1 and step 2 grievance decisions and performs other duties as assigned.
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:
A high school diploma and four (4) years of responsible clerical, secretarial or administrative experience preferably in a correctional or law enforcement setting.
A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the related work experience.
Required to have experience in personal computer, leadership, law enforcement/paralegal/research or investigations.
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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