Sergeant (#020829) Tyger River Correctional Inst, Enoree (SPARTANBURG) Level 2

Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision of the Shift Lieutenant, responsible for the overall supervision of subordinate security assigned to the housing units, and for the supervision, custody and control of all inmates assigned to the housing units.
• Makes routine inspections of the living areas for compliance with security, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Conducts investigations of alleged misconduct on the part of inmates and security personnel assigned to the area of responsibility.
• Assists in conducting formal and informal counts.
• Supervises the job performance, conduct and appearance of assigned security personnel and prepares employee evaluations.
• Counsels, recommends disciplinary action, and trains subordinate staff to required standards of performance.
• Prepares reports as needed or required.
• Performs duties of Shift Lieutenant when necessary.
• Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Requirements

• State of South Carolina Minimum 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 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.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance (including prescription coverage and wellness benefits).
• Retirement and savings plan options (defined benefit and defined contribution plans).
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Work‑life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules (available to some state agencies).
• Additional insurance benefits: vision, term life insurance, long term disability, and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
• Retirement benefits: eligibility to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, a voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
• Workplace benefits: tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; discounts on purchases, travel and more.
• Note: Benefits are available to most state employees; temporary grant and time‑limited positions may have varying eligibility—contact the hiring agency for details.