Sergeant - CBT Inmate Bus Terminal, Columbia; RICHLAND

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the lieutenant, ensure the central bus terminal operation meets daily objectives completely and follows agency policies and procedures.
• Provides direction and instruction to inmates and/or correctional officers in a program of discipline, safety, security and rehabilitation of inmates.
• Provides proper instruction on use of keys, firearms, chemical munitions and restraining equipment when necessary. Instructs and counsels inmates as required.
• Monitors inmate movement within the confines of the central bus terminal.
• Provides safe transport of inmates in all custody levels on PCR, medical, transfers, parole and extradition routes (male and female).
• Safe keepers (SK) and special management unit (SMU) inmates are also transported.
• Use good supervisory judgement and decisions when transporting inmates.

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

Recruiting and Employment Services

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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 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.

Filling multiple positions: 016067, 015929, 010202, 019514, and 018953.

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 (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 disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.