Lieutenant (#014503) Tyger River Correctional Institution, Enoree, (SPARTANBURG) Level 2

Security Supervisor

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

Employer : State of South Carolina

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

Location : Spartanburg County, SC

Job Type : FTE - Full-Time

Agency : Department of Corrections

Division : Tyger River CI

Opening Date : 10 / 10 / 2025

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

Class Code : JD40

Position Number : 014503

Normal Work Schedule : Other

Work Time : (7 : 00 AM - 7 : 00 PM) Hours / Week : 40.00 hrs. Shift / Work Schedule : D1

Pay Grade : LAW04

Hiring Range - Min. : $56,837.00

Hiring Range - Max. : $66,600.00

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

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 a minimum security facility. Assumes primary responsibility for security of all buildings and public property. Makes 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. Assists with all inmate counts for accuracy. Investigates 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). 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.

Additional Comments

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.