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Lieutenant (#019561) Kershaw Correctional Inst, Kershaw (LANCASTER) Level 2

State of South Carolina
Lancaster, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/15/2026 CLOSED ON 10/28/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lieutenant (#019561) Kershaw Correctional Inst, Kershaw (LANCASTER) Level 2 position at State of South Carolina?

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision,
  • Plans, coordinates and directs the actions of the security staff and oversees security, custody and control of inmates in a medium security facility.
  • Assumes primary responsibility for security of all buildings and public property.
  • Makes routine checks of the unit(s) to ensure subordinate staff are performing their duties properly and safely, and that cleanliness and OSHA standards are maintained.
  • Assists with all inmates counts for accuracy.
  • Investigates complaints and violations; arbitrates disputes among inmate population and correctional staff.
  • This position will be assigned to Restricted Housing Unit (RHU).
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:

  • A high school diploma and three (3) years’ experience in correctional, security, military, or police work to include one (1) year of supervisory experience.

  • A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for supervisory experience year for year (associate and above = 1 year).

  • 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:

Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan

Salary : $57,973 - $67,932

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