State of South Carolina

Sergeant (#014599) Allendale Correctional Institution, Fairfax (ALLENDALE) Level 2


Pay$54198.00 / year
LocationColumbia/South Carolina
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 4366996
      • Under the 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.
      Must successfully complete eight (8) week SCDC Basic Training upon 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
      Employment@doc.sc.gov

      State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements
      A high school diploma and relevant experience. A bachelor's degree in a related field may be substitute for the required experience


      SCDC Minimum Requirements:

      (Or an acceptable equivalency as approved by the Division of State Human Resources.)

      • A High School diploma.

      • Eighteen (18) months experience in correctional, security, military, or police work.


      Must be certified by the South Carolina Department of Corrections Training Academy and successfully complete the Basic Supervisory Course within six (6) months of entry into the position.

      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.

  • About the company

      South Carolina (/ˌkærəˈlaɪnə/) is a state in the Southeastern region of the United States.