Sergeant (#010987) Kirkland Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3

About the role

Under the supervision of the Housing Lieutenant, the incumbent supervises the job performance and appearance of security personnel assigned to the unit.

Responsibilities

• Assists with preparation of evaluations, requests for disciplinary action, counseling, and training of officers assigned to the unit.
• Conducts briefings for all unit officers.
• Makes routine inspections of the unit to ensure officers are properly performing their duties, and that safety, sanitation, and security standards are maintained.
• Conducts investigations of alleged misconduct on the part of inmates and employees assigned to the unit.
• Assists in conducting all formal and informal counts.
• Informs Housing Lieutenant of all incidents as they occur.
• Writes reports and reviews reports written by subordinate officers for accuracy and content.
• Performs the duties of the Housing Lieutenant in his/her absence.
• Assumes responsibility for the housing unit during his/her tour of duty.
• Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Requirements

• A high school diploma.
• Eighteen (18) months experience in correctional, security, military, or police work.
• A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for half of the required experience.
• Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance, including prescription coverage and wellness benefits.
• Retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
• Eligibility to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program (401(k) and 457 plan options).
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules (available to employees of some state agencies).
• Additional benefits may include:
  • Dental, vision, term life insurance, and long-term disability.
  • Flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Holiday leave.
  • Discounts on purchases, travel, and more.

Note: Benefits are available to most state employees, with exceptions for those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for some or none of these benefits.