Sergeant (#011976) Perry Correctional Institution, Pelzer (GREENVILLE) Level 3
State of South Carolina
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Sergeant (#013244) MacDougall Correctional Institution, Ridgeville (BERKELEY) Level 2
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$50,819 - $60,500
per year
Type
Closes
April 16, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a Sergeant at a South Carolina prison, focusing on supervising inmates during grounds maintenance tasks like basic upkeep of the facility's outdoor areas.
It involves conducting security checks, monitoring inmate movements, handling complaints, and ensuring safety while leading work crews.
A good fit would be someone with prior experience in corrections, security, or military roles who is ready for hands-on leadership and willing to complete required training.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma required
- 18 months of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work
- Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field may substitute for half of the experience requirement
- Successful completion of 8 weeks of SCDC basic training upon hire
- Certification by the SCDC Training Academy
- Completion of basic supervisory course within 6 months of hire
- Ability to perform grounds maintenance and supervise inmate work details
Full Job Description
- Makes routine and non-routine security checks of work areas and living area units.
- Conducts formal and non-formal counts.
- investigates inmate complaints and takes appropriate action; instructs and counsels inmates as required.
- Monitors inmate movement within the institution.
- Performs essential and marginal duties of subordinates; performs all other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- Supervise inmate work detail.
- Perform basic grounds maintenance.
- Position will be assigned to the Grounds Maintenance Area.
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. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to be determined if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
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