Lieutenant (#012868) Tyger River Correctional Institution, Enoree (SPARTANBURG) Level 2

Security Supervisor

The State of South Carolina is hiring for a Security Supervisor position with a salary range of $56,837.00 - $66,600.00 annually. This full-time position is located in Spartanburg County, SC, within the Department of Corrections at Tyger River CI. The application period is open from November 19, 2025, to November 26, 2025, at 11 : 59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada). The position code is JD40, and the normal work schedule is from 7 : 00 PM to 7 : 00 AM, with 40 hours per week on shift D2.

This position is recruited through the SCDC careers site only. To apply, visit the South Carolina Department of Corrections Career website at www.governmentjobs.com / careers / sc / scdc. For any questions regarding the application process, contact Recruiting and Employment Services at (803) 896-1649 or via email at Employment@doc.sc.gov.

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 unit(s) of a medium / maximum security facility. Assumes primary responsibility for security for 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 : 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.

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.