Lieutenant Broad River Correctional Institution, Columbia; RICHLAND) Level 3

• 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.duties.
• Assumes primary responsibility for security for all buildings and public property.
• Make 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.
• Assist with all inmates counts for accuracy. Investigates complaints and violations; arbitrates disputes among inmate population and correctional staff.

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 of 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 year for year (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.

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance
• holiday, annual and sick leave
• and discounts on purchases, travel and more

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.

Are you currently an employee of the South Carolina Department of Corrections?

• Yes
• No

If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)

For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.

How would you describe your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some…