Sergeant (#011976) Perry Correctional Institution, Pelzer (GREENVILLE) Level 3

Correctional Officer

This listing closes on 10 / 17 / 2025 at 11 : 59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada).

Employer : State of South Carolina

Salary : $50,819.00 - $60,500.00 Annually

Location : Greenville County, SC

Job Type : FTE - Full-Time

Agency : Department of Corrections

Division : Perry CI

Opening Date : 10 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date : 10 / 17 / 2025 at 11 : 59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Class Code : JD38

Position Number : 011976

Normal Work Schedule : Other

Pay Grade : LAW03

Hiring Range - Min. : $50,819.00

Hiring Range - Max. : $60,500.00

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

Normal Work Schedule (Other) : Work Time : (6 : 00 AM - 6 : 00 PM) Hours / Week : 40.00 hrs. Shift / Work Schedule : E1 Shift / Hours 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 the security staff and oversees security, custody, and control of inmates in assigned units. Assumes primary responsibility for security of all buildings and public property. Makes routine checks of the units to ensure subordinate staff are performing their duties properly and safely, and that cleanliness and OSHA standards are maintained. Assist with all inmate counts for accuracy. Investigates inmate complaints and violations; arbitrates disputes among inmate population and correctional staff. 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). 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.

Additional Comments

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.