Sergeant - AST (#020881) Agency Search Team, Columbia (RICHLAND)
State of South Carolina
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Sergeant (#014554) Livesay Correctional Institution, Spartanburg (SPARTANBURG) Level 1
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$50,819 - $60,500
per year
Type
Closes
February 12, 2026More State jobs →
Job Description
Summary
This sergeant position at a South Carolina correctional facility involves overseeing sanitation, safety, and security across the grounds and buildings, while supervising officers and ensuring inmate counts and searches are handled properly.
It also includes coordinating vehicle maintenance, investigating issues, and training staff on rules and procedures.
A good fit would be someone with experience in corrections, security, or military roles who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable leading a team in a high-stakes environment.
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
- Successful completion of 8 weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
- Certification by SCDC training academy and completion of basic supervisory course within 6 months
- Ability to supervise officers, conduct inspections, and manage inmate counts and searches
Full Job Description
- Responsible for the sanitation program for the entire facility.
- Makes safety and security inspections of all buildings and grounds.
- Coordinate vehicle inspections and routine maintenance.
- Corrects or reports any shortcomings or deficiencies in these areas.
- Assigns specific duties to subordinate officers to ensure cleaning of buildings, grounds, etc. and assists security staff on searches of inmates in the living areas, recreation areas and on special work details.
- Conducts formal counts, supervises and verifies the accuracy of scheduled counts.
- Makes informal counts when required.
- Assists in special investigations and makes recommendations to supervisor.
- Evaluates officers' duty performance; instructs and counsels officers in required duty performance standards.
- Instructs and explains rules, regulations and procedures.
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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