Recreation Specialist McCormick Correctional Inst, ...

Salary: $38,000.00 - $42,000.00 Annually Location : McCormick County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 013945 Agency: Department of Corrections Division: McCormick CI Opening Date: 03/05/2026 Closing Date: 3/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Class Code:: EC50 Position Number:: 013945 Normal Work Schedule:: Other Pay Grade: GEN04 Hiring Range - Min.: $38,000.00 Hiring Range - Max.: $42,000.00 Opening Date: 03/05/2026 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Department of Corrections NOTE: This position is recruited through SCDC Careers site only; You must apply online via the South Carolina Department of Corrections Career website to be considered as an applicant for this position. 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 Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work Time: Monday-Friday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)Hours/Week: 37.50 hrs.Shift/Work Schedule: 02 Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities Plan, coordinate, and implement a comprehensive recreation program that promotes physical fitness and good health and wellness to the Inmate population at McCormick correctional institution. Identify activities for the entire inmate population including continuous tournament activities and passive recreation activities. Select, train, and provide daily supervision for inmate recreation assistants. Requisition, control, and maintain equipment/supplies. Conduct training on rules, methods, and techniques for activities. Conduct physical fitness and health education classes; coordinates volunteers and community resources to assist. Supervise hobby craft program. Maintain recreational facilities/areas. This position is at McCormick CI. Must successfully complete four (4) 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 gov Minimum and Additional Requirements State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements: Highschool diploma and relevant experience or a bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation, therapeutic recreation or a related field can be substituted for experience. SCDC Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and two (2) years experience in the recreation field. A bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation, therapeutic recreation or a related field can be substituted for experience. Additional Comments 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. Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01 Are you currently an employee of South Carolina Department of Corrections? Yes No 02 If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no) 03 For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format. 04 How would you describe your level of education? High School Diploma or GED Some College Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate Degree None of the Above 05 How much experience do you have in the recreation field? 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Created: 2026-03-10