Correctional Officer

Summary

Correctional Officer

Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties which ensure the discipline, safety & security of inmates sentenced to the confinement of the County Detention Center; receives & processes prisoners coming into the facility by completing appropriate forms & paperwork, recording identifying information, searches prisoners, logs & stores personal items, fingerprints & photographs prisoners; as well as other related duties.

Must have high school diploma or GED equivalent certificate. Must be 18 yrs. of age. Must be able to successfully complete the SC Criminal Justice Academy within first year of employment & pass the physical requirements set forth by the SCCJA. Must pass an extensive background check & have a valid driver's license.

Competitive Career Ladder Pay Scale

State of South Carolina Blue Cross Blue Shield Health & Dental Insurance

Eyemed Vision Insurance

SC Police Retirement

Long Term Disability

Family Medical Leave

Paid Annual Leave and Sick Time (accrued bi-weekly)

Bi-weekly Pay Schedule

On-site Health Clinic

Employee Wellness Programs

Free Sheriff's Office Gym

Discount YMCA Membership

Optional 401k and Deferred Comp Plans

Optional Short Term Disability (Colonial Life)

Job Description

Correctional Officer

Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties which ensure the discipline, safety & security of inmates sentenced to the confinement of the County Detention Center; receives & processes prisoners coming into the facility by completing appropriate forms & paperwork, recording identifying information, searches prisoners, logs & stores personal items, fingerprints & photographs prisoners; as well as other related duties.

Must have high school diploma or GED equivalent certificate. Must be 18 yrs. of age. Must be able to successfully complete the SC Criminal Justice Academy within first year of employment & pass the physical requirements set forth by the SCCJA. Must pass an extensive background check & have a valid driver's license.

Competitive Career Ladder Pay Scale

State of South Carolina Blue Cross Blue Shield Health & Dental Insurance

Eyemed Vision Insurance

SC Police Retirement

Long Term Disability

Family Medical Leave

Paid Annual Leave and Sick Time (accrued bi-weekly)

Bi-weekly Pay Schedule

On-site Health Clinic

Employee Wellness Programs

Free Sheriff's Office Gym

Discount YMCA Membership

Optional 401k and Deferred Comp Plans

Optional Short Term Disability (Colonial Life)