Captain - In-Service (TA) (#015966) Training & Staff Development, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Posting number: 015966

Department: Department of Corrections

Division: Training & Staff Development

Job classification: Correctional Captain

Posting type: Open

Categories: Corrections, Safety, Security, Criminology, Database Administration, Teacher

• Plan, organize, implement and conduct supervisory training.
• Research, evaluate and present branch budget needs.
• Devise, coordinate and implement training plan for branch yearly.
• Manage staff to include administrative & disciplinary actions carry out/recommend appropriate action to the division director/asst division director and major.
• Establish/maintain/coordinate with institutions/divisions/outside agencies or departments regarding training needs/issues.
• Supervise Admin. Lts., EPMS and implementation of position descriptions.
• Audit and document training to ensure compliance.
• Screen, conduct Interviews, make selections for vacancies.
• Hold staff meetings to ensure dissemination of information/training aids.
• Monitor/audit/make appropriate notifications of employee CLEE certifications.
• Process CLEE extensions and exceptions to mandatory training.
• Performs other various job-related duties and staff functions as assigned.
• Assists with instruction of in-service training, supervisory performs other various job-related duties and staff functions as assigned.
• Assists with instruction of in-service training, supervisory classes, firearms instruction, defensive tactics instruction, first aid CPR instruction and less lethal munitions instructions when necessary.
• Forecasts and submits branch budgetary needs for training aids, classroom equipment, computer hardware and software needs for institutional trainers and other training equipment needed to accomplish the task of in-service training.
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, be able to lift 40 lbs, and successfully complete a physical agility assessment.
• Must also maintain performance standards for all T4Ts. (Basic T4T, basic, defensive tactics, defensive driving, ICS for corrections, firearms, first aid/CPR/AED, less lethal munitions and respiratory fit testing.

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

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.

• A high school diploma and six (6) years experience in correctional, security, military, or police work to include two (2) 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).
• Must be certified by the SCDC Training Academy and successfully complete the basic supervisory course within six (6) months of entry into the position.

A bachelor's degree plus two (2) years teaching/training;

An associate degree plus four (4) years teaching/training experience;

A high school diploma plus six (6) years teaching/training experience. Must successfully acquire a CDL within 1 year and successfully complete the following T4T courses: Basic Defensive Driving, Defensive Tactics, Incidents, ICS for Corrections, Firearms, First AID/CPR and AED, less lethal munitions, and respiratory fit testing. Must successfully complete a physical agility assessment and maintain performance standards for all T4Ts.

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on 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.