Sergeant (#011767) Perry Correctional Institution, Pelzer (GREENVILLE) Level 3

• Under direct supervision of the Shift Lieutenant, provides direction and instruction to inmates and officers in a program of discipline, safety, security and rehabilitation of inmates in a maximum security facility.

• Assists Lieutenant in evaluating officer performance; provides direct supervision to subordinate officers.

• Reviews incident reports written by officers.

• Instructs and counsels officers concerning duty requirements.

• Investigates inmate complaints and takes appropriate action; instructs and counsels inmates as required.

• Monitors inmate movement within the institution.

• Performs essential and marginal duties of an Officer II.

• Performs all other related duties as assigned by the shift supervisor.

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:

SCDC Minimum Requirements:

• A high school diploma and eighteen (18) months experience in correctional, security, military, or police work.

• A degree in criminal justice or a related degree may substitute for 1/2 of required experience.

• Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position.