Salary: $85,838.00 - $97,920.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 011466
Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: Training & Staff Development
Opening Date: 09/24/2026
Closing Date: 10/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: JD52
Position Number:: 011466
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: LAW07
Hiring Range - Min.: $85,838.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $97,920.00
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work Time: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Hours/Week: 40.00 hrs.Shift/Work Schedule: 02

Job Responsibilities

• Oversees and monitors courses in new employee training curricula, Agency Orientation, Correctional Officer Basic Training, Annual Mandatory Training, Supervisory and Leadership Development, In-Service and Specialized Training.
• Ensures training is delivered consistently and in accordance with agency requirements, established curricula, and Applicable standards.
• Monitors compliance with agency requirements, ACA, CLEE, and applicable legal mandates or legal settlements.
• Serves as Chief of Security for the Staff Development and Training Center and oversees security operations, inmate supervision, inspections, searches, key/tool/equipment control, grounds, vehicles, and related operational requirements.
• Supervises assigned staff and monitors performance.
• Oversees agency firearms ranges, inspections, maintenance range agreements, firearms training requirements, and ammunition needs.
• Monitors compliance with agency requirements, ACA, CLEE, and knowledge of adult learning, curriculum development, instructional methods, training needs assessment, testing and evaluation.
• Knowledge of correctional operations, security practices, agency policies, training administration, records management, and applicable accreditation and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of supervisory development principles.
• Ability to supervise and develop staff, analyze training data, exercise sound judgment, and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Must maintain required certifications.
• Limited supervision - employee is expected to follow established objectives with minimal direction from supervisor.
• Resume not required, but highly recommended.

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 high school diploma and relevant supervisory experience. A bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for the required supervisory experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:

• A high school diploma and eight (8) years experience in correctional, security, military, or police work to include four (4) years of supervisory experience.
• A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for supervisory experience year for year (associate and above = 2 years)(Bachelor's and above = 4 years).
• Must be certified by the SCDC Staff Development and Training Center and successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position.

Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• A bachelor's degree and four (4) years of experience in staff development and/or training, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.

OR

• An associate degree and six (6) years of experience in staff development and/or training including two (2) years of supervisory experience.

OR

• A high school diploma and eight (8) years of experience in staff development and/or training, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.

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 of the above.

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 or more years
• None of the Above.

08

How much experience do you have in staff development and/or training?

• 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.

09

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

• Yes
• No

Required Question