Sergeant Goodman Correctional Inst, Columbia; RICHLAND Level 1

Responsibilities

• Assist Contraband Sergeant in investigations – internal affairs, SLED and Division of Security.
• Assist Contraband Sergeant with offender drug testing.
• Record all contraband and maintain all forms and drug testing supplies.
• Test illegal drugs as to substance and identification – VALTOX test – NK test.
• Maintain contraband drop box.
• Drug test YOIP releases, random drug screens, pre-release offenders.
• Destroy illegal drugs according to SCDC policy.
• Prepare all monthly, quarterly drug and contraband reports.
• First responder Goodman inmate apprehension.
• Serve illegal paperwork as it comes through the Warden’s Office.
• Give all contraband money to the business office.

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

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services, , Employment.gov

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 one-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.

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 application to include all current and previous work history and education.