Correctional Officer jobs in Sumter, SC

Correctional Officer enforces rules and regulations in a prison, jail or other holding facility. Presides over prisoners awaiting trial or those who have been convicted of a crime. Being a Correctional Officer oversees prisoner conduct and safety. Supervises prisoners during meals, recreation, work and other daily activities. Additionally, Correctional Officer documents violations and takes appropriate disciplinary actions. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Correctional Officer possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Correctional Officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Davis, SC FULL_TIME
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons?To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care.

    You have a vital role in that mission. You are valued and trained to be prepared. You are rewarded beyond benefits with careers that offer endless professional potential and personal growth.
    Together, we are the Bureau of Prison.


    Recruitment Incentives:
    A 10% Relocation Incentive *Certain Locations Only. See job announcement for more details.

    Benefits
    A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.

    As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

    Health Insurance
    Dental and vision insurance
    Life insurance
    Long-term care insurance
    Flexible spending accounts
    Early law enforcement retirement in 20-25 years
    Paid time off, federal holidays, and sick leave

    Duties of a Correctional Officer

    As a FBOP Correctional Officer, you're someone working to affect change, inside the hearts and minds of adults in custody while building your career.

    At the FBOP, your job has greater impact—it shows how working on the inside of prison builds a better society on the outside.



    You have the important mission to:
    Enforce rules and regulations governing facility security.
    Provide supervision, care and correctional treatment ofadults in custody.

    Drive maintenance of institution security, contributing to the health and welfare of the adults in custody and the promotion of good public relations.

    Ensure adults in custody accountability and conduct to make sure judicial sanctions are carried out.
    Ability to objectively evaluate situations and make sound judgements.

    From time to time, may be authorized to carry firearms and to use physical force to maintain safety and security of the facility.

    During institution emergencies, may be required to work irregular hours, Sundays, holidays or unexpected overtime.

    Incumbent must be flexible and have a broad knowledge base to use own initiative in the resolution of problem situations.

    Information as to operations and procedures is provided by post orders, FBOP program statements, local supplements, custodial manual, internal correspondence and employee meetings.

    At the Federal Bureau of Prisons, being a Correctional Officer goes beyond the uniform and a set of keys.

    At more than 120 federal prisons, our team of officers upholds the safety of our facilities, our communities, and our country.

  • 19 Days Ago

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Correctional Officer
  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Russellville, SC FULL_TIME
  • Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons?To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You have a vital role in that mission. You are valued and trained to be prepared. Yo...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Travel Registered Nurse_Lee Correctional
  • Stalwart Nurses Staffing Agency LLC
  • Bishopville, SC FULL_TIME
  • RN- Corrections(Lee)-1 to 2 year experience-6 months recent experience-Active SC license-No Criminal History-Rotating Weekends-37.50 hour work week/every other weekend-12 hour shifts -Day Shift (6am t...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Correctional Treatment Specialist (Case Manager)
  • U.S. Department of Justice
  • Salters, SC FULL_TIME
  • Summary Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Our highly-skilled, diverse,...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Travel Certified Nurses Assistant_Lee Correctional
  • Stalwart Nurses Staffing Agency LLC
  • Bishopville, SC FULL_TIME
  • CNA- Corrections(Lee)-1 to 2 year experience-6 months recent experience-Active SC certification-No Criminal History-Rotating Weekends-8 or 12 hour shifts available-Day, Evening, & Night Shifts availab...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Correctional Treatment Specialist (Specialty Treatment Program Specialist - BRAVE)
  • U.S. Department of Justice
  • Salters, SC FULL_TIME
  • Summary Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Our highly-skilled, diverse,...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Law Enforcement Officer II - Public Safety
  • State of South Carolina
  • Columbia, SC
  • Job Responsibilities If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a diffe...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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BPS Certified Law Enforcement Officer
  • State of South Carolina
  • Blythewood, SC
  • Location : Richland County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 163179 Agency: Department of Public Safety Opening ...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Correctional Officer
  • Florence County, SC
  • Florence, SC
  • Salary: $17.15 - $19.58 Hourly Location : Effingham, SC Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 00044 Fund-Department: Sheriff (...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Police Officer
  • State of South Carolina
  • Columbia, SC
  • Salary: $53,750.00 - $78,309.00 Annually Location : Richland County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: STA00231PO...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Emergency Services EMT/Advanced/Paramedic, Event Staff - Darlington Raceway
  • AEG
  • Darlington, SC
  • In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "apply now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete ...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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State Trooper - Certified Officer (In State)
  • State of South Carolina
  • Blythewood, SC
  • Job Responsibilities Enforce all vehicle laws and other criminal laws. Patrol the highways of the state of South Carolin...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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State Trooper - Certified Officer (Out of State Transfer)
  • State of South Carolina
  • Blythewood, SC
  • Job Responsibilities Enforce all vehicle laws and other criminal laws. Patrol the highways of the state of South Carolin...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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State Trooper - Re-Hire Officer
  • State of South Carolina
  • Blythewood, SC
  • Job Responsibilities Enforce all vehicle laws and other criminal laws. Patrol the highways of the state of South Carolin...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

Sumter /ˈsʌmtər/ is a city in and the county seat of Sumter County, South Carolina, United States. Known as the Sumter Metropolitan Statistical Area, the namesake county adjoins Clarendon and Lee to form the core of Sumter-Lee-Clarendon tricounty area of South Carolina that includes the three counties in the east central Piedmont. The population was 39,643 at the 2000 census, and it rose to 40,524 at the 2010 census. Known as the Gamecock City,[citation needed] Sumter lies near the geographic center of the state of South Carolina at 33°55′37″N 80°21′49″W / 33.92694°N 80.36361°W / 33.92694; ...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Correctional Officer jobs
$39,931 to $49,768
Sumter, South Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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