Deputy (Detention)

About the role

We're seeking responsible and dedicated individuals to join our team as a Detention Deputy. Your main role will be ensuring the safety and order of inmates in our facility. You'll be responsible for maintaining security, supervising inmate activities, conducting searches, and following established protocols.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a secure and controlled environment within the detention facility
• Monitor inmate behavior and activities to prevent disturbances or escapes
• Conduct routine checks and inspections of cells, common areas, and inmates
• Enforce facility rules and regulations in a fair and professional manner
• Respond promptly to emergencies and incidents within the facility
• Prepare accurate and detailed reports on incidents, activities, and inmate behavior
• Collaborate with fellow detention deputies, supervisors, and other staff members

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent, with no experience required
• Licenses and Certifications:
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Class II Basic Jail Certification from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
  • Possess or attain within 1 year of hire, CPR and First Aid certifications or have the ability to obtain certifications with provided training
• Must be 18 years old, or within 3 months of turning 18 years old to apply
• Must be a United States citizen
• A generally clean criminal record, meaning no felony convictions or serious offenses that are not expurgable

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit enough to have good endurance, strength, and coordination
• Must maintain sufficient physical fitness to handle the physical demands of the job, which includes patrolling, responding to incidents, and potentially restraining individuals
• Having stamina and strength helps deputies carry out their duties more effectively
• Clear vision and hearing to observe the surroundings and respond promptly to security issues or emergencies as necessary

Skills

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, the ability to work in a team, handle high-stress situations, and meet the physical demands of the job.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Multiple coverages available, ranging from $35.00 – $410.50 semi-monthly
• Dental Insurance: Two coverage plans, ranging from $3.11 – $35.57 semi-monthly
• Vision Insurance: Minimal cost, ranging from $3.75 – $11.80 semi-monthly
• Life Insurance: Basic coverage provided at no cost, with a benefit amount at 1.5 times the employee's basic annual earnings, up to $50,000
• Retirement: Participation in the South Carolina Retirement System or the South Carolina Police Officer’s Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation: Optional tax-deferred savings program
• Overtime: Paid at the rate of 1.5 times his or her regular rate of pay for time worked over 86 hours bi-weekly
• Holiday Pay: Paid for twice the number of hours worked on the holiday
• Annual Leave and Sick Leave: Accrued at different rates based on years of service
• Collateral Duty Pay: Quarterly-paid supplements for serving in specialized assignments
• Extra Duty Opportunities: Available for earning extra income working for secondary employers

Schedule

After training, employees will generally start off working on the night shift, which is 6pm to 6am, and the days worked will rotate. There is an expectation of working mandatory overtime hours, as needed.

Pay

• Starting Salary: $51,808 - $54,782 for South Carolina Certified Officer working less than three years
• Three Years of Service Salary: $53,283 - $55,273
• Six Years of Service Salary: $54,782 - $56,772
• Starting Salary: $49,795 - $53,772 for the brand-new detention or law enforcement applicant