Correctional Officer

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Statewide, SC

Job Type : FTE - Full-Time

Job Number : 64844

Agency : Department of Corrections

Division : CO & Cadet Recruiting

Opening Date : 06 / 17 / 2025

Class Code : : JD35

Position Number : : 64844

Normal Work Schedule : : Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other) : : 12 hour shifts, no rotation, 2 weekends off per month, work only 14 days per month.

Pay Grade : LAW01

Hiring Range - Min. : $44,682.00

Hiring Range - Max. : $50,000.00

Opening Date : 06 / 17 / 2025

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures : : NOTE : This position is recruited through govermentjobs.com 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

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

Job Responsibilities

Base Pay Adjustments Plus Institution Incentives

Minimum Institutions

Goodman, Livesay, Manning, Palmer

• $44,682 - $45,704

Medium Institutions

Allendale CI, Camille Graham CI, Evans CI, Kershaw CI, Leath CI, MacDougall CI,

Close Institutions

Broad River CI, Kirkland CI, Lee CI, Lieber CI, McCormick CI, Perry CI

Provides security, custody and control of inmates in a correctional setting. Duties include :

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Cannot have been convicted of a crime with a maximum allowable sentence of one year or more, or a fine of $1,000.

Must pass a physical exam administered by SCDC.

Must successfully complete the Correctional Officer Basic Certification Course within first six months of placement 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.

Benefits for State Employees

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.

Insurance Benefits

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.

Retirement Benefits

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.

Workplace Benefits

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

Note : 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.

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Are you now, or have you ever been, an employee of the South Carolina Department of Corrections?

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Are you a U.S. Citizen?

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Are you 18 years of age or older?

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How would you describe your level of education?

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

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Correctional Officers are required to work 12 hour shifts; Can you work any 12 hour shift (Day or Night)?

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Please enter the name of your high school :

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

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Please list your city and state of birth.

Required Question