Sergeant (#014304) Kirkland Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3

Job Responsibilities

• Under limited supervision of the Shift Lieutenant, the Shift Sergeant provides direct and indirect supervision of all Officers assigned to the shift.
• Assumes responsibility of all assigned areas of the shift.
• Conducts inspections/tours of all areas at least twice during the shift and documents according to procedures.
• Maintains an open line of communication with all officers assigned to the shift.
• Keeps them abreast of any/all changes affecting duty.
• Maintains an open-door policy for communication flow.
• Remains alert for violations in security, safety, and sanitation.
• Initiates Immediate corrective action for identified discrepancies.
• Remains knowledgeable of all post orders and emergency plans and procedures.
• Ensures all reports are accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
• Assists the Shift Lieutenant with other related duties such as leave and attendance, EPMS, disciplinary, SMU processing, etc.
• Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

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.
• A high school diploma and eighteen (18) months experience in correctional, security, military, or police work.
• A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for 1/2 of 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.