Lieutenant (#017119) Leath Correctional Inst, Greenwood (GREENWOOD) Level 2

Correctional Facility Security Manager

This listing closes on 12 / 3 / 2025 at 11 : 59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada).

Employer : State of South Carolina

Salary : $56,837.00 - $66,600.00 Annually

Location : Greenwood County, SC

Job Type : FTE - Full-Time

Job Number : 017119

Agency : Department of Corrections

Division : Leath CI

Opening Date : 11 / 22 / 2025

Closing Date : 12 / 3 / 2025 at 11 : 59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Class Code : JD40

Position Number : 017119

Normal Work Schedule : Other

Pay Grade : LAW04

Hiring Range - Min. : $56,837.00

Hiring Range - Max. : $66,600.00

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures : Department of Corrections NOTE : This position is recruited through SCDC Careers site only; You must apply online via the South Carolina Department of Corrections Career website www.governmentjobs.com / careers / sc / scdc to be considered as an applicant for this position. Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to : Recruiting and Employment Services (803) 896-1649 Employment@doc.sc.gov

Normal Work Schedule (Other) : Work Time : (6 : 00 AM - 6 : 00 PM) Hours / Week : 40.00 hrs. Shift / Work Schedule : E1 Work Schedule / Shift subject to change.

Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, and directs the actions of security staff and oversees security, custody, and control of inmates in a medium / maximum security correctional facility.

Assumes primary responsibility for security of all buildings and public property as it relates to the Restricted Housing Unit (RHU) buildings and property.

Performs security, randomly check (4) cells for proper temperature and sanitation on shift, post checks and remain thoroughly familiar with security status of all RHU inmates and ensure officers / other security correctional employees are informed about inmates who require special supervision.

Direct and supervise an inspection program to detect and correct deficiencies in security, safety, sanitation, and maintenance of RHU; to include that of subordinate officers to ensure proper job performance.

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

Minimum and Additional Requirements

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.

SCDC Minimum Requirements :

(Or an acceptable equivalency as approved by the Division of State Human Resources).

• 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 year for year (associate and above = 1 year).
• Must be certified by the South Carolina Department of Corrections Training Academy and successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position.

Additional Comments

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.