Lieutenant (#017296) Leath Correctional Institution, Greenwood (GREENWOOD) Level 2
State of South Carolina
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Lieutenant - Retention (#014294) Institutional Retention LT Level III, Columbia (RICHLAND)
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
RICHLAND, South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$56,837 - $66,600
per year
Type
Full-Time
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April 17, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a lieutenant in a South Carolina prison who focuses on training and evaluating new correctional officers to help them succeed in their roles.
It involves running training programs, tracking progress, and working with management to support staff development.
A good fit would be someone with experience in corrections or security who enjoys mentoring and has some leadership background.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma required
- Three years of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work
- One year of supervisory experience (or equivalent degree substitution)
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for required experience
- Must complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
- Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy
- Must successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six months
Full Job Description
- Conduct Correctional Officer Skills Enhancement Program (COSEP) Training, standardized performance evaluations and observation reports on all uniform new hires on all shifts.
- Monitor, evaluate, and track new hires' progress through the COSEP program.
- Consult with the Training Academy and Institutional Management Team regarding new hires, make recommendations, and submit reports to appropriate staff.
- Resource manager weekly to coordinate intake needs and concerns.
- Provide COSEP training for permanent employees, as identified and needed.
- Participate in meetings/training and community relations/recruiting activities, as needed.
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 of 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.
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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