Major (#016542) Palmer Pre-Release Center, Florence (FLORENCE) Level 1

Salary: $80,102.00 Annually
Location : Florence County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 016542
Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: Palmer CI
Opening Date: 02/06/2025
Closing Date: 2/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: JD50
Position Number:: 016542
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Band: Band 6
Hiring Range - Min.: $80,102.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $80,102.00
Opening Date: 02/06/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: NOTE: This position is recruited through SCDC careers site only; you must apply online via the South Carolina Department of Corrections website, www.governmentjobs.sc.gov.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
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Hours/Week: 40.00 hrs.Shift/Work Schedule: 02Work Time: Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises the day-to-day operations and activities of the uniformed staff and inmates.
• Ensures the security and safety of all staff, inmates, and visitors.
• Under minimum supervision and guided by written policies and procedures, allocates officers and other resources to various duty shifts and functional areas.
• Prepares, submits, and monitors reports required by chain of command and policy.
• Conducts inspections of institutional facilities and equipment.
• Trains, develops, instructs, evaluates, and counsels subordinates to ensure duty performance is in accordance with state laws and agency policies.
• Inspects all posts where shift employees are deployed.
• Interviews and counsels' inmates to ensure maximum safety and security.
• Serves as Major/Responsible Authority for inmate discipline.
• Ensures inmates maintain high standards of grooming and cleanliness.
• Serves as on-call official/duty warden on weekends and holiday rotation.
• Other duties as required.

Must successfully complete eight (8) week 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 supervisory experience. A bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for the required supervisory experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:

(Or an acceptable equivalency as approved by the Division of State Human Resources).

• Eight (8) years of experience in correctional, security, military, or police work to include four (4) year of supervisory experience.
• A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for supervisory experience year for year (associate = 2 years, bachelor's and above = 4 years).
• 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.
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.
01

Are you currently an employee of the South Carolina Department of Corrections?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)
03

For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.
04

How 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

05

How much experience do you have in correctional, security, military or police work?

• 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

06

How many years of Supervisory experience do you have?

• Less than 1 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 years or more

07

Do you have a degree in criminal justice or a related degree?

• Yes
• No

Required Question