Sergeant Goodman Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 1

Job ResponsibilitiesConducts roll call; monitors officers on duty; instructs and explains rules, regulations and procedures.Assists in non-routine problems.Makes sanitation, safety and security inspections of all buildings, building contents, grounds and vehicles and corrects or reports shortcomings or deficiencies.Assigns specific duties to subordinate officers to ensure cleaning of buildings, grounds, etc., and proper supervision and control of inmates in the wards, recreation area, and on special detail.Supervises and verifies the accuracy of scheduled formal counts; makes informal counts when required.Assists in special investigations and makes recommendations to supervisor.Evaluates officers' duty performance; instructs and counsels officers in required duty performance standards.RequirementsMust successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.A high school diploma and at least 18 months of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work, or a bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for the required experience.A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for 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.BenefitsState employees are eligible for generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Health insurance includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits, along with dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. State employees also receive retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans, and may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Additional employee benefits include tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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