Intel Correctional Officer Ridgeland Correctional Inst, Ridgeland; JASPER Level 2

Job Responsibilities

Gather, collect, and assess intelligence related to security threats; surveillance of designated groups.

Monitor and identify inmates who are seen associating with gang members.

Interview and verify photographs have been taken of all new arrivals.

Complete paperwork/packets on inmates who are suspected to be involved in gang activity.

Assist Contraband staff in searching cells of suspected gang members.

Monitor inmate phone calls.

Maintain accurate records of all confiscated items such as written material containing code and symbols.

Complete all other tasks assigned by the Statewide STG Coordinator or STG Task Force Supervisor.

Must be a U.S. citizen, age 18 or over, have a high school diploma or GED & have a valid driver's license.

Tattoos: must not be offensive and/or gang related or visibly located on the face or head. Tattoos on the neck will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Must pass a physical exam administered by SCDC.

Must successfully complete the correctional officer basic certification course within first six (6) months of placement 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.

Benefits 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.