Correctional Officer - Main Front Gate, Columbia (RICHLAND)

State of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina 29228 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 07, 2026
  • Full Time
  • CORRECTIONS
  • Public Safety
  • Summary

    ResponsibilitiesMonitors and controls pedestrian and vehicle traffic, enforces current policy and procedures, and assist in non-routing problems.Makes sanitation, safety, and security inspections of all buildings, building contents, grounds and vehicles and corrects or reports shortcomings or deficiencies.Supervises and verifies accuracy of scheduled visitors and functions to ensure only authorized personnel are permitted to enter complex.Ensures escorts are provided when necessary for emergency personnel or special groups or functions.Monitors inmate movement within the area.Remains thoroughly familiar with search, contraband, emergencies, escape & use of force policies as they may relate to the front gate.Be knowledgeable of the scanning logging and accountability of processing all visitors and staff through the front gate.Be knowledgeable of the procedures during Parole of visitors & inmates.Performs all marginal or related duties as Correctional Officer as required by supervisor.QualificationsU.S. Citizen.18 and over.High school diploma or GED.Valid driver's license.Tattoos: Must not be offensive and/or gang related or visibly located on the face or head. Tattoos on the neck will be evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.Must pass a physical exam administered by SCDC.Must successfully complete the Correctional Officer Basic Certification Course within first six months of placement into the position.Positions available: 4The 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Job Description

    ResponsibilitiesMonitors and controls pedestrian and vehicle traffic, enforces current policy and procedures, and assist in non-routing problems.Makes sanitation, safety, and security inspections of all buildings, building contents, grounds and vehicles and corrects or reports shortcomings or deficiencies.Supervises and verifies accuracy of scheduled visitors and functions to ensure only authorized personnel are permitted to enter complex.Ensures escorts are provided when necessary for emergency personnel or special groups or functions.Monitors inmate movement within the area.Remains thoroughly familiar with search, contraband, emergencies, escape & use of force policies as they may relate to the front gate.Be knowledgeable of the scanning logging and accountability of processing all visitors and staff through the front gate.Be knowledgeable of the procedures during Parole of visitors & inmates.Performs all marginal or related duties as Correctional Officer as required by supervisor.QualificationsU.S. Citizen.18 and over.High school diploma or GED.Valid driver's license.Tattoos: Must not be offensive and/or gang related or visibly located on the face or head. Tattoos on the neck will be evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.Must pass a physical exam administered by SCDC.Must successfully complete the Correctional Officer Basic Certification Course within first six months of placement into the position.Positions available: 4The 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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