Sergeant (#011568) Lee Correctional Institution, Bishopville (LEE) Level 3

Lee County, SC, SC, US Until 9/24/2026 18+ years exp First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 26, 2026
Job description
<div style="text-align: left"><ul><li><p>Ensure keys are issued from one control point.</p></li><li><p>Ensure keys are stores in a manner that ensures security and keeping abreast of other security concerns and operating procedures.</p></li><li><p>The armory/key control sergeant is responsible for the accountability, maintenance, and security of all institutional keys, locks, and armory equipment.</p></li><li><p>Maintains a master inventory, conducting regular audits, and ensuring all items are issued, tracked, and stored per agency policy.</p></li><li><p>Controls access to key and armory areas, maintains required logs, and coordinates with main control. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p></li></ul></div><div style="text-align: left"><strong>Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.</strong></div><div style="text-align: left"><br></div><div style="text-align: left"><div style="text-align: center"><div><u><strong>Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:</strong></u></div><div><u><strong>Recruiting and Employment Services<br>(803) 896-1649<br><a>[email protected]</a></strong></u></div></div></div><div style="text-align: center"><p style="text-align: left"><strong>State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:&nbsp;</strong></p><p style="text-align: left">A high school diploma and relevant experience. A bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for the required experience. &nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: left"><br></p><p style="text-align: left"><strong>SCDC Minimum Requirements:&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li><p style="text-align: left">A high school diploma and eighteen (18) months experience in correctional, security, military, or police work.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p style="text-align: left">A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for 1/2 of required experience.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p style="text-align: left">Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p></li></ul></div>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.<br><br>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.
About this role

Summary

Manage security, accountability, and control of keys, locks, and armory areas.

Job title

Sergeant

Experience level

18 months

Minimum experience

18+ years exp

Industry

corrections

Location requirements

Lee County, SC, US, on-site role with training

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

high school diplomasecurity experiencecorrectional or military background

Preferred skills

criminal justice degreesupervisory training certification

Specializations

securitylock controlarmory
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Lee County, SC, USA

On-site Place
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