Job Description
Sergeant (#016553) McCormick Correctional Institution, McCormick (MCCORMICK) Level 3 is listed by State of South Carolina. The State of South Carolina is hiring a Sergeant for McCormick Correctional Institution in 3, South Carolina. Under the general supervision of the Shift Lieutenant..
The Sergeant is responsible for the overall supervision of subordinate security staff assigned to housing units.. As well as the supervision.. Custody.. And control of all inmates in those units.
This role is best-suited for experienced corrections professionals prepared to take on leadership tasks in a structured, safety-focused environment. Central operate in this role involves making routine inspections of living domains to guarantee compliance with security, safety, and sanitation standards.
The Sergeant conducts investigations of alleged misconduct involving inmates and security personnel, assists in official and informal counts, and supervises post performance, conduct, and appearance of assigned team.
The perform domain also involves getting ready employee evaluations, counseling and recommending disciplinary action, training subordinate workforce, and getting ready needed reports. When essential, the Sergeant performs the responsibilities of the Shift Lieutenant. You must successfully finish eight weeks of SCDC Core Training upon recruit.
Salary & Compensation
Salary: $50,819 - $60,500 per year.
Qualification
To qualify for the Sergeant position, you must meet the State of South Carolina minimum needs: a high school diploma and related expertise. Additional specialized training and know-how in corrections or security supervision are preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is called for.
- Must successfully wrap up eight (8) weeks of SCDC Elementary Training upon hire.
- Background in corrections, security, or supervisory role preferred.
- Aptitude to supervise and evaluate team performance.
- Powerful investigative and report-writing abilities.
- Understanding of security, safety, and sanitation standards in a correctional setting.
- Must be fit to perform duties of Shift Lieutenant when needed.
- Sound driver's license may be needed.
- Must pass a background check and drug screening.
- U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to function in the U.S.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Supervise subordinate security workforce assigned to housing units.
- Supervise, custody, and control all inmates assigned to housing units.
- Run routine inspections of living areas for security, safety, and sanitation compliance.
- Investigate alleged misconduct of inmates and security personnel.
- Support with carrying out proper and informal inmate counts.
- Supervise role performance, carry out, and appearance of assigned security personnel.
- Prepare employee evaluations and advise disciplinary actions.
- Counsel and train subordinate team to called for performance standards.
- Arrange reports as needed or needed.
- Perform tasks of Shift Lieutenant when required.
Conditions & Requirements
- Must be able to work full-time, such as shifts, weekends, and holidays.
- Must pass a criminal background inspect and drug screening.
- Must be at least 21 years of age (ordinary for corrections officers).
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Must be able to physically handle the responsibilities of the role, covering standing, walking, and restraining inmates if necessary.
Benefits
- Competitive pay variety of $50,819 - $60,500 per year.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Retirement benefits through the South Carolina Retirement System.
- Paid vacation, sick exit, and holidays.
- Openings for path advancement within the South Carolina Department of Corrections.
- Training and professional development programs.
How You Will Be Evaluated
- Submission assess by HR to confirm minimum qualifications are met.
- Supplemental questions may be applied to assess applicable expertise and competencies.
- Candidates who encounter qualifications may be invited for an interview.
- Background verify and drug screening are called for before closing provide.
- Winning completion of SCDC Basic Training is mandatory after take on.
Required Documents
- Completed online submission through the authorized submission portal.
- Responses to supplemental questions (if applicable).
- High school diploma or GED certificate (may be requested later).
- Valid driver's license (may be requested later).
- Any additional documents specified in the submission instructions.
How to Apply
- To put in for the Sergeant post at McCormick Correctional Institution, call on the official South Carolina state state paths portal (the formal submission portal). Build an account or to your current candidate account. Finalize the online submission form and answer any supplemental questions supplied. Make sure all needed data is precise and up to date. Attach any requested documents, such as yo…
Additional Information
- This role is located at McCormick Correctional Institution in McCormick, South Carolina.
- The role is full-time and demands shift operate, such as nights, weekends, and holidays.
- New hires must finish eight weeks of SCDC Fundamental Training.
- The South Carolina Department of Corrections is an matching opportunity employer.
- Veterans and people with prior military solution may obtain preference.
- You must be legally authorized to perform in the United States.
- The pay span is $50,819 - $60,500 per year, commensurate with know-how.
- For further inquiries, contact the SCDC Recruiting crew at the phone total or email gave.
About Company
The State of South Carolina is the governing body for the state, providing many public offerings including corrections, transportation, education, and public safety.
The South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) works correctional facilities across the state, focusing on the protected and secure housing of inmates as offering rehabilitation programs. McCormick Correctional Institution is a state prison facility based in McCormick, South Carolina.
It houses male inmates and provides a structured environment focused on security, order, and inmate accountability. The facility employs a staff of corrections professionals dedicated to keeping up safety and operational standards.
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