Sergeant Allendale Correctional Inst, Fairfax; ALLENDALE Level 2

Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision of the Shift Lieutenant, supervise the security assigned to housing units and supervise custody and control of all inmates assigned to the housing units.
• Make routine inspections of the living areas for compliance with security, safety and sanitation standards.
• Conduct investigations of alleged misconduct by inmates and security personnel in the area of responsibility.
• Assist in conducting formal and informal counts.
• Supervise job performance, conduct, and appearance of assigned security personnel and prepare employee evaluations.
• Counsel, recommend disciplinary action, and train subordinate staff to required standards of performance.
• Prepare reports as needed or required.

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

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.

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.