Sergeant (#017182) Allendale Correctional Inst, Fairfax (ALLENDALE) Level 2
State of South Carolina
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Sergeant - Travel Team (#013343) Lieber Correctional Institution, Ridgeville (DORCHESTER) Level 3
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$50,819 - $60,500
per year
Type
Closes
April 24, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a sergeant on a travel team at a South Carolina prison, where you'll supervise security staff and manage inmates in housing units, ensuring safety and order.
You'll inspect areas for cleanliness and security, investigate issues, train and evaluate your team, and step in for higher roles when needed.
It's a good fit for someone with experience in corrections or security who wants a leadership role in a demanding environment.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma required
- At least 18 months of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work
- A bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for some experience
- A degree in criminal justice or related field may substitute for half of the required experience
- Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy
- Must successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six months of hire
- Must complete eight weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
Full Job Description
Under general supervision of the shift lieutenant,
- Is responsible for the overall supervision of subordinate security assigned to the housing units, and for the supervision, custody and control of all inmates assigned to the housing units.
- Makes routine inspections of the living areas for compliance with security, safety and sanitation standards.
- Conducts investigations of alleged misconduct on the part of inmates and security personnel assigned to the area of responsibility.
- Assists in conducting formal and informal counts.
- Supervises the job performance, conduct and appearance of assigned security personnel and prepares employee evaluations.
- Counsels, recommends disciplinary action, and trains subordinate staff to required standards of performance.
- Prepares reports as needed or required.
- Performs duties of shift lieutenant when necessary.
- This position is for travel team sergeant on E1 shift.
Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training up n hire.
Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services
(803) 896-1649
(803) 896-1649
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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