Sergeant - Inst Recruitment (#018802) Ridgeland Correctional Inst., Ridgeland (JASPER) Level 2

Job Responsibilities

• Quickly engage applicants and provide clear information about the role and hiring process.
• Screen applications for minimum qualifications and assist candidates through full application steps.
• Conduct interviews, assess candidate suitability, and coordinate interviews with the Warden.
• Manage all pre-employment requirements, including testing, background checks, and medical screenings.
• Oversee new-hire orientation, equipment issuance, and initial job shadowing.
• Track applicant progress, maintain hiring records, and report recruitment trends to leadership.
• Career Development and Training Coordinate with HR, training staff, and leadership to support institutional staffing needs.
• Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Minimum And Additional 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 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.

Questions Regarding The Application Process, This Job Posting Or Any Other Postings With The SCDC Should Be Directed To:

Recruiting and Employment Services
(803) 896-1649
Employment@doc.sc.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.