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Lieutenant - EHSO (#019536) Kirkland Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3

State of South Carolina

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Lieutenant - EHSO (#019536) Kirkland Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3 with the State of South Carolina in Richland County, SC, paying $57,973–$67,932 a year ($27.87–$32.66 an hour). Posted Oct 5, 2026; closes Oct 13, 2026.

Pay
$57,973–$67,932 a year ($27.87–$32.66 an hour)
Location
Richland County, SC
Employer
State of South Carolina (state government)
Posted
Oct 5, 2026
Closes
Oct 13, 2026

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Job Description

• Under general supervision of the Warden will be responsible for the overall EHSO duties at Kirkland Reception & Evaluation Center.

• To manage and maintain OSHA files and procedures throughout the institution.

• To ensure the proper storage and documentation of toxic caustic flammable materials.

• To update and maintain MSDS files.

• Provide staff with the highest level of fire safety, sanitation, security issues and the implementation of a corrective action.

• Conduct training for staff, new hires, and inmates for institutional training and orientation.

• Prepares weekly and monthly documentation of institutional policy and procedures concerning the office of EHSO.

• Conduct fire drills and equipment inspections.

• Investigates worker's compensation claims and fires, accidents, and other incidents.

• Will implement activities with employees/inmates involving EHSO matters.

• Trains and conducts emergency preparedness training and procedures with shift supervisors and executive staff.

• Implement safety training for area supervisors and inmate population.

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
(803) 896-1649
Employment@doc.sc.gov

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' 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.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma and relevant experience. A bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for the required experience.

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