Salary: $100,000.00 - $112,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 014921
Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: Training & Staff Development
Opening Date: 07/25/2026
Closing Date: 8/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH50
Position Number:: 014921
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: GEN12
Hiring Range - Min.: $100,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $112,000.00

Job Responsibilities

• Directs the department's Division of Staff Development and Training, which includes managing the design, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive statewide staff development and training program for 5,000 plus employees of SCDC.
• Directs the day-to-day operations of the certification/recertification program and various development programs to ensure compliance as mandated by federal and state legislation and by agency policy and procedures.
• Manages staff, resource instructors, training classes, feeding & housing students, maintenance of building and grounds and provides security for inmate workers.
• Plans and directs the implementation of the agency's employee development programs using information from an organizational needs analysis, management, employee consultation, and program evaluation to include curriculum design/development, testing & evaluation
• Procedures and instructors performance.
• This position requires daily contact with inmates.

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
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 ten years' experience in the management of a staff development and training program.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer experience be in staff development and training within a corrections or law enforcement agency or a branch of the United States Armed Forces.

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 experience do you have in the management of a staff development and training program?

• 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

Do you have experience in staff development and training within a corrections or law enforcement agency?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience in staff development and training within a branch of the United States Armed Forces?

• Yes
• No

Required Question