Sergeant - MUSC Chester MUSC Chester Hospital, Chester, Level 3

Job Responsibilities

• Under general supervision of the hospital lieutenant, responsible for the overall supervision of subordinate security assigned to MUSC Chester hospital and for the supervision, custody and control of all inmates assigned to the hospital.
• Assumes primary responsibility for security of all hospital staff and property.
• Makes routine checks of all rooms housing inmates to ensure that subordinate staff are performing their duties properly and safely.
• Assists with admitting all inmates into the hospital.
• Investigates complaints, violations and arbitrates disputes among inmates, correctional staff, and hospital personnel.

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

• 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.

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on 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.

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