Sergeant (010792) Trenton Correctional Institution, Trenton (EDGEFIELD) Level 2
State of South Carolina
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Sergeant - MUSC Chester (#020929) MUSC- Chester Hospital, Chester, Level 3
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$50,819 - $60,500
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves supervising security teams and managing inmates at a hospital within the South Carolina Department of Corrections, ensuring the safety of staff, patients, and property.
The role requires overseeing daily checks, handling admissions, and resolving disputes between inmates, staff, and hospital personnel.
It's a good fit for someone with experience in corrections or security who is ready to lead a team in a high-stakes medical 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 required experience
- Must successfully complete 8 weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
- Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy
- Must complete basic supervisory course within 6 months of hire
Full Job Description
- Under general supervision of the hospital lieutenant is responsible for the overall supervision of subordinate security assigned to MUSC Chester hospital and responsible for the supervision, custody and control of all inmates assigned to the hospital.
- Assumes primary responsibility for security of all hospital staff and property.
- Makes routine checks of all rooms housing inmates to ensure that subordinate staff are performing their duties properly and safely.
- Assists with all inmates being admitted into the hospital.
- Investigates complaints, violations and arbitrates disputes among inmates, correctional staff, and hospital personnel.
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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 based on 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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