Sergeant - Prisma (#017146) Hospital Security Team, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Job Responsibilities

Monitor, supervise and direct subordinate staff to ensure proper security, safety and control of all inmates at Palmetto Health Richland Medical Center.

Ensure proper security staffing for inmate supervision as per SCDC and PHR policies and procedures.

Evaluate officer's duty performance; instruct/counsel as needed.

Make security, safety and sanitation inspections of all PHR buildings, grounds, and SCDC vehicles and correct or report shortcomings/deficiencies.

Arbitrate inmate disputes, investigate complaints and refer to appropriate staff members as required.

Supervise and verify accuracy of scheduled formal counts and make informal counts when required.

Carry out inventories and inspections of all weapons, restraints, security equipment and keys to ensure proper function/accountability.

Assist in special investigations and make recommendations to supervisor.

Requirements

Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Qualifications

• 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 two years experience in correctional, security, military, or police work, one (1) year of which must be in a medium/maximum setting.
• 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 on the basis of 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 of application to include all current and previous work history and education.

Benefits For State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. 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.