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Asst. Deputy Director - Operations (#011310) Operations, Columbia (RICHLAND)

State of South Carolina
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
Job Responsibilities

  • Assist with the management for the secure and orderly operation of the state's 28 institutions housing over 23,000 inmates.
  • Assist with the direction/management of a security workforce of more than 2400 staff as it relates to correctional practices.
  • Conduct routine inspections of the state's prisons regarding operations, sanitation, safety, etc.
  • Respond to requests/concerns from legislators, local officials and citizens.
  • Represent the agency as required.
  • Coordinate inmate group activity, movement, security, transfers and mass releases.
  • Participate in policy development/review/implementation.
  • Respond to emergency situations and actively participate/assist with inmate escape and apprehension.
  • Confer, personally, by phone, and through correspondence with inmates and families concerning assignments, custody, disciplinaries, etc.
  • Responsible for daily office management as it relates to review of all correspondence/responses.
  • Directly supervise 9 hearing officers responsible for administering the inmate disciplinary system.

Working hours may vary.

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 bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience.

SCDC Minimum Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree and eight (8) years responsible administrative/management experience in a correctional environment.

OR

  • Associate degree and ten (10) years responsible administrative/management experience in a correctional environment.

OR

  • A high school diploma and twelve (12) years responsible administrative/management experience in a correctional environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience must include six (6) years in supervisory roles.

Prefer Two Years Of Upper Level Management Experience.

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, 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 responsible administrative/management experience do you have in a correctional environment?

  • 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 years, less than 11.
  • 11 years, less than 12.
  • 12 years or more.
  • None.

06

How many years of experience do you have in supervisory roles?

  • 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.
  • 7years, less than 8.
  • 8 years, less than 9.
  • 9 years, less than 10.
  • 10 or more years.
  • None.
  • Required Question

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