Sergeant (#016746) MacDougall Correctional Institution, Ridgeville (BERKELEY) Level 2
State of South Carolina
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Sergeant (#010543) Kirkland Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$50,819 - $60,500
per year
Type
Closes
April 21, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a Sergeant at a South Carolina prison, where you'll oversee security staff and manage inmates to keep everything running safely and smoothly.
You'll handle inspections, training, reports, and resolving issues among your team and prisoners.
It's a good fit for someone with experience in corrections, security, or law enforcement who wants a leadership role in a structured environment.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma required
- 18 months of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for required experience
- Degree in criminal justice or related field may substitute for half of the experience
- Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy
- Must successfully complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
- Must complete basic supervisory course within six months of hire
Full Job Description
- Under supervision of the Shift Lieutenant will be responsible for the overall supervision of the security personnel assigned to the unit and supervision and control of the inmates assigned to the unit.
- Will assist with the preparation of employee evaluations, corrective actions, counseling, etc.
- Will make unannounced inspections of the unit to ensure that subordinate security are performing duties properly.
- Will be responsible for briefings and training of all security personnel assigned to the unit.
- Will make routine scheduled and unscheduled inspections of the unit, security devices and gates for cleanliness, serviceability and accountability, and ensure that the unit meets all safety and OSHA standards.
- Will conduct investigations of alleged misconduct and will mediate to resolve at lowest level.
- Assists in conducting all counts and makes written reports as needed and/or required.
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 eighteen (18) months experience in correctional, security, military, or police work.
- A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for 1/2 of required experience.
- 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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