Correctional Officer Trainee

Beaufort, SC
Beaufort County Sheriff

Salary: $23.84 – $26.80 Hourly.

Position Summary:

Will be responsible for performing correctional duties involving the care, custody, and control of inmates at the Beaufort County Detention Center.

Essential Functions:

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • College degree, military experience or law enforcement experience preferred.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age, a U.S. Citizen, able to pass a physical examination, have a satisfactory credit history.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license with no DUI convictions within the past five years.
  • Must submit a CERTIFIED driving record of the past five years.
  • No prior criminal domestic violence convictions, felonies, or any crime of moral turpitude.
  • Required to work any hours, days or shift, including holidays and weekends.
  • Bilingual preferred.
  • Must pass an extensive background check to include criminal history and credit history.

Requirements:

  • SC Criminal Justice Academy certified Class 2 LCO/SCO (local corrections/state corrections).