Lieutenant - Prisma (#010887) Hospital Security Team, Columbia (RICHLAND)
Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision of the hospital captain, is responsible for the overall supervision of subordinate security assigned to Palmetto Health Richland Hospital and responsible for the supervision, custody and control of all inmates assigned to the hospital. Assumes primary responsibility for security of all hospital staff and property. Makes routine checks of all rooms housing inmates to ensure that subordinate staff are performing their duties properly and safely. Assists with all inmates being admitted into the hospital. Investigates complaints, violations and arbitrates disputes among inmates, correctional staff, and hospital personnel.
Minimum And Additional 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 three (3) years’ experience in correctional, security, military, or police work, one (1) year of which must be in a medium/maximum correctional setting and one (1) year of supervisory experience. A degree in criminal Justice or a related degree may substitute for supervisory experience year for year.
- 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 Comments
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on 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.
Benefits For State Employees
- Health and dental insurance.
- Retirement and savings plan options.
- Paid vacation and sick leave.
- Work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules.
Note
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.