Correctional Officer - Food Service (#016011) - Kershaw CI, (Level II) Kershaw (LANCASTER)

Base pay range: $49,682 - $50,704 (minimum and maximum based on years of current agency service plus institution incentives). Not all individuals may qualify for the highest tier of adjustments and incentives.

Responsibilities

• Provides security, custody, and control of inmates in a correctional setting, primarily assigned to the cafeteria.
• Maintains control in inmate dorms, cafeteria, work sites, and surrounding areas.
• Instructs and directs inmates assigned to various work details.
• Maintains and reports inmate count and daily logs; prepares and submits miscellaneous reports.
• Maintains surveillance and searches for contraband.
• Maintains and inspects buildings for cleanliness and sanitation; requisitions and directs issuance of supplies, tools, and equipment; maintains inventory of equipment.
• Escorts visitors and civilian employees through the assigned facility.
• Ensures inmates receive prescribed treatment, including medical and behavioral prescriptions.
• Controls gate tower or other special posts.
• Makes prescribed security inspections and searches of specified buildings, building contents, grounds, vehicles, and people; takes necessary action.
• Maintains and operates security devices such as gates, doors, weapons, and mechanical devices.
• Instructs and counsels officers concerning duty requirements.
• Investigates inmate/resident complaints and takes appropriate action.
• Serves as backup for any dorm/building dispute requiring assistance and crisis intervention; makes reports to appropriate personnel.

Requirements

• U.S. citizen.
• 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Tattoos must not be offensive, gang-related, or visibly located on the face or head. Neck tattoos evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
• Must pass a medical assessment administered by SCDC.
• Must successfully complete the Correctional Officer Basic Certification Course within six months of placement into the position.

4 positions available.