Supervisory Correctional Officer (Lieutenant)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
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Lieutenant - Staff Resource (#016187) Broad River Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) LV 3
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$56,837 - $66,600
per year
Type
Closes
March 12, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a lieutenant at a correctional institution who oversees security, patrols the grounds, and helps keep everyone safe by responding to emergencies and mentoring staff.
It involves creating plans to prevent problems, building good relationships with leaders, and providing resources on topics like drug prevention and career growth.
A good fit would be someone with experience in corrections or security who enjoys leading teams and handling high-pressure situations.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma required
- Three years of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work
- One year of supervisory experience
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field may substitute for supervisory experience (year for year)
- 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 of hire
Full Job Description
Reports directly to the warden at the institution.
Responsible for patrolling institutional grounds and monitoring activities to ensure the safety and security of staff.
Develop and implement crime prevention strategies to maintain a peaceful institutional environment.
Establish and maintain a positive relationship with executive staff.
Respond to calls for service and take incident reports.
Provide guidance and mentorship to staff and assist in conflict resolutions.
To provide resources for staff for such topics as drug abuse prevention, personal safety, inmate-employee relations, and career development.
Collaborate with institutional administrators to address and prevent staff behavioral issues.
Ensure the safety of staff on Institutional premises.
Respond to and manage crisis situations and emergencies.
Collaborate with training division, human resources or any other internal or external entity to ensure employees are receiving special or additional training to assist professional growth.
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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