Sergeant (#010543) Kirkland Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3
State of South Carolina
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Sergeant (#014849) Camille Graham Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 2
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 correctional facility, where you'll supervise officers, ensure the safety and cleanliness of the grounds, and manage inmate activities in areas like wards and recreation.
It's a leadership role focused on training staff, conducting inspections, and handling day-to-day security challenges.
A good fit would be someone with prior experience in corrections, security, or military roles who is ready to take on supervisory duties and 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
- Must successfully complete 8 weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
- Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy
- Must complete the basic supervisory course within 6 months of starting the position
Full Job Description
- Conducts roll call; monitors officers on duty; instructs and explains rules, regulations and procedures.
- Assists in non-routine problems.
- Makes sanitation, safety, and security inspections of all buildings, building contents, grounds, and vehicles, and corrects or reports shortcomings or deficiencies.
- Assigns specific duties to subordinate officers to ensure cleaning of buildings, grounds, etc.
- Proper supervision and control of inmates in the wards, recreation area, and on special investigations and makes recommendations to supervisor..
- Evaluates officers' duty performance; instructs and counsels officers in required duty performance.
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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