Sergeant Tyger River Correctional Institution, Enoree; SPARTANBURG Level 2

Job Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision of the Shift Lieutenant, responsible for overall supervision of subordinate security assigned to the housing units, and for the supervision, custody and control of all inmates assigned to the housing units.
• Makes routine inspections of the living areas for compliance with security, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Conducts investigations of alleged misconduct on the part of inmates and security personnel assigned to the area of responsibility.
• Assists in conducting formal and informal counts.
• Supervises the job performance, conduct and appearance of assigned security personnel and prepares employee evaluations.
• Counsels, recommends disciplinary action, and trains subordinate staff to required standards of performance.
• Prepares reports as needed or required.
• Performs duties of Shift Lieutenant when necessary.

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

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.

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. Additional benefits include prescription coverage, wellness benefits, vision, term life insurance, long term disability, flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, holiday, annual and sick leave, and discounts on purchases and travel.

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, including 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 plan options include defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Employees may also elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program.