Captain - Range (TA) (#010952) Training & Staff Development, Columbia (RICHLAND
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Education / Teaching
Job Responsibilities
Knowledge of methods for designing, administering and evaluating training programs;
Knowledge of visual aid use and development;
Knowledge of Microsoft office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Forms etc.);
Knowledge and ability to lead discussions, and instruct training groups;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
Ability to analyze training/development needs and also communicate effectively, develops, justifies, and maintain annual budgetary needs;
Maintain agency weapons readiness; secures and maintains range use agreements with non- SCDC agencies;
Ability to complete correctional officer basic training supervisor courses, training for trainer courses: instructor, firearms, defensive tactics, ASHI first aid/CPR, less lethal munitions, ICSC, AAA Defensive Driving, and mental health first aid. Obtain SC Criminal Justice academy firearms instructor certification, secure a CDL license within 1 year. Responsible for oversight of all SCDC ranges, i.e. maintenance, operations, internal and external agreements, inspections, and identify deficiencies and ensure follow-up.
Perform other related duties as assigned. Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.
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State of South Carolina
Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and relevant supervisory experience. A bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for the required supervisory experience.
SCDC
Minimum Requirements:
- A high school diploma and six (6) years experience in correctional, security, military, or police work to include two (2) years of supervisory experience.
- A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for supervisory experience year for year (associate and above = 2 years).
- Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position.
Required teaching/training experience:
A bachelor's degree plus two (2) years teaching/training;
OR
An associate degree plus four (4) years teaching/training experience;
OR
A high school diploma plus six (6) years teaching/training experience. Must successfully acquire a CDL within 1 year and successfully complete the following T4T courses:
Basic Defensive Driving, Defensive Tactics, Incidents, ICS for Corrections, Firearms, First AID/CPR and AED, less lethal munitions, and respiratory fit testing. Must successfully complete a physical agility assessment and maintain performance standards for all T4
Ts.
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on 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.
BenefitsBenefits 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. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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