Lieutenant - Retention (LCI) (#019073) Institutional Retention LT Level III, Ridgeville (DORCHESTER)
State of South Carolina
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Lieutenant - Prisma (#011670) Hospital Security Team (RICHLAND) Level 3is
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$56,837 - $66,600
per year
Type
Full-Time
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February 26, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading a team of security officers at a hospital, overseeing the safety of staff, property, and inmates from the prison system, while handling tasks like routine checks, admissions, and resolving disputes.
It's a supervisory role in a high-stakes environment where quick thinking and strong leadership are key.
A good fit would be someone with experience in corrections or security who can manage people under pressure and ensure everyone's safety.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma required
- Three years of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work
- One year of experience in a medium/maximum corrections setting
- One year of supervisory experience (or equivalent degree substitution)
- Must complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
- Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy
- Must complete basic supervisory course within six months of hire
Full Job Description
Under general supervision of the hospital captain, is responsible for the overall supervision of subordinate security assigned to Palmetto Health Richland hospital and responsible for the supervision, custody and control of all inmates assigned to the hospital.
Assumes primary responsibility for security of all hospital staff and property.
Make routine checks of all rooms housing inmates to ensure that subordinate staff are performing their duties properly and safely.
Assists with all inmates being admitted into the hospital.
Investigates complaints, violations and arbitrates disputes among inmates, correctional staff and hospital personnel.
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 of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work, one (1) year of which must be in a medium/maximum corrections setting and one (1) 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.
Additional Information
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on 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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