Overview
Lieutenant – Cert Commander Broad River Correctional Inst., Columbia; RICHLAND Level 3 Jobs in Columbia, USA at State of South Carolina
Position: Lieutenant – Cert Commander (#021093) Broad River Correctional Inst., Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3
Salary: $58,541.00 – $66,600.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE – Full-Time
Job Number: 021093
Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: Operations
Opening Date: 05/02/2026
Closing Date: 5/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: JD40
Position Number:: 021093
Normal
Work Schedule:
: Other
Pay Grade: LAW
04
Hiring Range – Min.: $58,541.00
Hiring Range – Max.: $66,600.00
Opening Date: 05/02/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: NOTE:
This position is recruited through SCDC careers site only. You must apply online via the South Carolina Department of Corrections Career website: to be considered as an applicant for this position. Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services Employment.gov
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work Time:
Monday – Friday (8:00 AM – 4:00 PMHours/Week: 40.00 hrs.
Shift/
Work Schedule:
02
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision:
- Takes action as a Correctional Emergency Response Team member to contain and control the immediate crisis area on an incident and, if necessary, regains control of the area by non-lethal force, isolate, control and quell disturbances/incidents that are the beyond the control of an institutional A or B level response, respond to incidents of barricaded inmates or hostage situations, respond to incidents of inmates refusing to lockdown or other crowd control scenarios, respond to other situations as directed, which involve an exceptionally high risk or special need, and may require tactical planning and action which would enhance the safety of staff and offenders, escort inmates displaying assaultive behavior inside the facility, acts as a member of high-risk cell extractions team, gathers intelligence while conducting any duties in the institution to provide to the Intelligence Supervisor or Contraband Supervisor.
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
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,…
Title: Lieutenant – Cert Commander Broad River Correctional Inst., Columbia; RICHLAND Level 3
Company: State of South Carolina
Location: Columbia, USA
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