About the Department
- Evaluate inmates records to determine eligibility for institutional assignments, custody changes, employment and treatment program.
- Coordinates and implements an equitable classification system for a caseload of approximately 250 inmates.
- Conducts periodic reviews and evaluates inmates progress.
- Interviews inmates, discusses and records progress made on a periodic basis.
- Counsels with inmates relating to their general institutional adjustment or related problems.
- Responds orally and/or through written correspondence to inquiries of information on inmates by departmental officials and other agencies.
- Operates the computer to ascertain information pertaining to inmates social, criminal, educational and family histories.
Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Position Duties
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and related experience. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required related experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree;
OR
- An associate’s degree and any one (1) year combination of administrative and/or correctional experience.
OR
- A high school diploma and any (2) year combination of administrative and/or correctional experience.
Other Qualifications
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
- 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.
Supplemental Questions
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01Are you currently an employee of the South Carolina Department of Corrections?
- Yes
- No
02If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)
03For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.
04How would you describe your level of education?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associates Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Masters Degree
- Doctorate
- None of the Above
05How much experience do you have in administrative and/or correctional experience?
- Less than a year
- 1 Year, less than 2
- 2 Years, less than 3
- 3 Years, less than 4
- 4 Years, less than 5
- 5 Years, less than 6
- 6 Years, less than 7
- 7 Years, less than 8
- 8 Years, less than 9
- 9 Years, less than 10
- 10 or more years
- None of the above
Required Question
Agency Information
- Employer
- State of South Carolina
- Agency
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Department of Corrections
- Address
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4444 Broad River Road
Columbia, South Carolina, 29210
- Phone
- 803-896-1649