Associate Warden (#010349) Trenton Correctional Institution, Trenton (EDGEFIELD) Level 2

Salary: $95,880.00 - $129,438.00 Annually
Location : Edgefield County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 010349
Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: Trenton CI
Opening Date: 10/21/2026
Closing Date: 10/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: JD60
Position Number:: 010349
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: LAW09
Hiring Range - Min.: $95,880.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $129,438.00

Job Responsibilities

• Schedules, directs, and manages the employment and duty activities of a security shift engaged in the security operations of a level two facility.
• Supervises, inspects, and ensures proper perimeter and internal security and control measures are in effect and enforced.
• Prepares, submits, and monitors reports required by the chain of command and policy.
• Directs and redirects security resources for optimum security and safety.
• Ensures that institutional buildings and state property are properly secured.
• Trains, develops, instructs, evaluates, and counsels subordinates to ensure duty performance is in accordance with state laws and agency policies.
• Ensures the proper control, issues and use of weapons, keys, security devices and agency equipment.
• Inspects all posts where shift employees are deployed.
• Interviews and counsels' inmates as necessary to ensure maximum safety and 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 bachelor's degree and supervisory experience in a correctional environment or relevant military experience. Relevant experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:

• A high diploma and ten (10) years' experience in correctional, security, military, or police work, including five (5) years of supervisory experience in a correctional environment.
• A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for the overall experience on a year for year basis (associate = 2 years, bachelor's and above = 4 years).
• No substitution supervisory experience.
• 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
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
• 7 years, less than 8
• 8 years, less than 9
• 9 years, less than 10
• 10 or more years
• None.

07

How many years of 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 or more
• None.

08

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

• Yes
• No

Required Question