Building/Grounds Manager (#011573) Lieber Correctional Inst, Ridgeville (DORCHESTER) Level 3

State of South Carolina

• $71K — $90K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree and professional experience related to facilities maintenance.
  • High school diploma and 5 years of related professional experience, including supervisory experience.
  • Thorough knowledge of trades being supervised.
  • Preferred experience in plumbing, general construction, electrical, and kitchen equipment operations.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and supervise daily and emergency maintenance for a Level III Institution.
  • Develop maintenance plans for buildings, utilities, and grounds.
  • Set priorities and assign work, ensuring all requirements are met.
  • Establish on-call procedures for emergency repairs.
  • Develop and implement a preventive maintenance program.
  • Create checklists for periodic maintenance tasks and schedule their completion.
  • Select, train, and evaluate new employees and inmate workers.

Benefits

  • Health and dental insurance options.
  • Retirement plan options including defined benefit plans.
  • Paid vacation and sick leave.
  • Tuition assistance and discounts on travel and purchases.
  • Work-life balance programs including flexible schedules and telecommuting.
Full Job Description
Salary: $71,706.00 - $90,372.00 Annually
Location : Dorchester County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 011573
Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: Lieber CI
Opening Date: 09/24/2026
Closing Date: 10/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: KA30
Position Number:: 011573
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: GEN09
Hiring Range - Min.: $71,706.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $90,372.00

Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work Time: Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 3:30 PM)Hours/Week: 37.50 hrs.Shift/Work Schedule: 02

Job Responsibilities
  • Plan, develop, coordinate, implement and supervise the daily and emergency maintenance and repair programs for a Level III Institution.
  • Develop maintenance plans and procedures for buildings, utility services, grounds, installed equipment, etc.
  • Determine requirements, set priorities, obtain required materials and equipment, and assign work.
  • Establish on-call procedures to respond to emergency maintenance and repair calls and ensure the work is promptly and properly performed.
  • Develop and implement preventive maintenance program for the institution.
  • Determine all items requiring periodic preventive maintenance and develop PM check list for each item.
  • Schedule and follow up to ensure that preventive maintenance is completed as required.
  • Develop plan and cost estimate, determine schedule, and obtain required materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Select, orient, and train new employees and inmate trade workers and evaluate their performance.

Must successfully complete four (4) 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

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
An associate's degree and professional experience directly related to the area of employment.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:
  • A high school diploma and 5 years professional experience related to the area of employment, one of which must be in a supervisory capacity.
  • Thorough knowledge of trades being supervised.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer professional experience in the principles and technique of facilities maintenance, to include plumbing, general construction, electrical, kitchen equipment, and operation of heavy equipment.

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 many years of professional experience do you have that is related to the area of employment?
  • 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 of the above

06

How many years of supervisory experience do you have that is related to the area of employment?
  • 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 of the above

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