Sergeant (#019324) Manning Reentry/Work Release Center, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 1

Job Responsibilities

• The Property Control Sergeant is responsible for maintaining accurate inmate property records, including managing a permanent logbook, documenting confiscated and incoming items, coordinating package distribution, and inventorying personal property.
• The role also involves conducting training on property control procedures as needed.
• Key responsibilities include overseeing the clothing closet, commissary operations, and intake process.
• The Sergeant supervises assigned staff and inmates, ensures security and custody, responds to incidents and complaints, and provides guidance to both staff and inmates.
• Additional duties include supervising inmate counts, assisting with investigations, conducting safety and security inspections, and reporting deficiencies.
• Other tasks may be assigned by the supervisor as needed.

Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire. 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 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 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.