Lieutenant McCormick Correctional Institution, McCormick; MCCORMICK Level 3

Job Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates and directs the actions of the security staff and oversees security, custody, and control of inmates in assigned unit(s) of a medium/maximum security facility.
• Assumes primary responsibility of security for all buildings and public property.
• Makes routine checks of the unit(s) to ensure subordinate staff are performing their duties properly and safely, and that cleanliness and OSHA standards are maintained.
• Assists with all inmate counts for accuracy.
• Investigates complaints and violations; arbitrates disputes among inmate population and correctional staff.
• Position assigned to Restricted Housing Unit (RHU).

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.

• A high school diploma and three (3) years’ experience in correctional, security, military, or police work to include one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for supervisory experience (associate and above = 1 year).
• Must be certified by the SCDC training academy and successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position.
• Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

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.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan options including defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Work‑life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible schedules.
• Additional benefits: tuition assistance, holiday leave, and discounts on purchases, travel, and more.

• Health insurance with prescription coverage and wellness benefits.
• Dental, vision, term life insurance, long‑term disability, and flexible spending accounts for health and child‑care expenses.

• Defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program (401(k) and 457 plan options).