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Lieutenant - Front Gate (#019487) BRR Security Front Gate, Columbia (RICHLAND)

State of South Carolina
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/31/2026
Job Responsibilities

  • Serves as supervisor for the Broad River Complex Main Gate.
  • Instructs and monitors subordinates in secure and efficient daily operations.
  • Ensures that Broad River Main Gate is staffed properly and all agency policies and procedures are adhered to concerning employees, visitors and vendors.
  • Conducts training in all areas that incumbent has T4T or instructor certifications.
  • Maintain instructor certifications or re-certifies as required.
  • Provide security and advance tactical escorts/transports when necessary, or as directed by Director of Division of Security or designee.
  • Serves as on-call official on a rotating schedule, and responds to institutional emergencies/escapes when needed or as directed.
  • Assists and supports the Division of Security with institutional security audits, special projects and assignments as necessary.
  • Serves as ESHO back up for Division of Security.

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 of 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 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

Are you a U.S. Citizen?

  • Yes
  • No

05

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

06

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

07

How much supervisory 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 years and over
  • None.

08

Do you have a degree in criminal justice or a related degree that may substitute for supervisory experience?

  • Yes
  • No
  • Required Question

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