Sergeant (#014139) Camille Graham Correctional Institution, Columbia, (RICHLAND) Level 2
State of South Carolina
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Sergeant - Front Gate (#018970) BRR Security Front Gate, Columbia (RICHLAND)
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
RICHLAND, South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$50,819 - $60,500
per year
Type
Closes
March 14, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a Sergeant overseeing security at the main gate of a South Carolina prison complex, managing who comes and goes to keep everything safe and secure.
It involves supervising a team of officers, checking visitors, and making sure everyone follows the rules.
A good fit would be someone with experience in security or law enforcement who likes leading others and staying alert 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
- Must complete 8 weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
- Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy
- Must successfully complete the basic supervisory course within 6 months of hire
Full Job Description
- Responsible for administering the operation of the Broad River complex main gate.
- Ensure control and security of the South Carolina Department of Corrections Broad River complex/area buildings/ facilities & equipment, to include access & egress from the BRC, Education Division (formerly known as the Director's house) & grounds surrounding institutions and/or divisions of SCDC.
- Supervise & verify the accuracy of scheduled visitors & functions to ensure only authorized personnel are permitted entry.
- Evaluate officers' duty performance; instruct & counsel officers in required duty performance standards.
- Ensure subordinates maintain all training & certification requirements & receive additional training, to include OJT as needed 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.
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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