Lieutenant - Retention (#014294) Institutional Retention LT Level III, Columbia (RICHLAND)
State of South Carolina
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Lieutenant - EAC (#019870) Emergency Action Center, Columbia (RICHLAND)
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
RICHLAND, South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$58,953 - $66,600
per year
Type
Full-Time
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April 18, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves overseeing the operations of an emergency communications center for the South Carolina Department of Corrections, managing staff during shifts, and coordinating with law enforcement and other agencies during crises or routine matters.
It requires handling rotating schedules including weekends and holidays, and completing initial training.
A good fit would be someone with supervisory experience in security or corrections who thrives in high-pressure, round-the-clock environments.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma and three years of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work
- One year of supervisory experience (or equivalent degree in criminal justice or related field)
- Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays
- Successful completion of eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
- Certification by SCDC Training Academy and completion of basic supervisory course within six months
- Certification to operate NCIC SLED/CJIS computer system and related equipment within six months
Full Job Description
- Supervises and monitors the assigned shift operation of the agency Emergency Action Center (EAC).
- Responsible for assigned personnel and their compliance with rules, regulations and procedures.
- Must be able to work rotating weekends and holidays.
Coordinates communication functions with the South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC), State Law Enforcement Division (SLED), other law enforcement agencies, and other state agencies during emergencies and on a daily basis communicates with the agency personnel and Admin.
Duty Officer on non-emergency and emergency functions as a central communications center.
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:
Requirements
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and relevant experience. A bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for the required experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:
- A high school diploma and three (3) years experience in correctional, security, military, or police work to include one (1) year of supervisory experience.
- A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for supervisory experience year for year (associate and above = 1 year).
- Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position.
- Must be certified to operate the NCIC SLED/CJIS computer system and other necessary equipment 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 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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