Correctional Officer – North Dakota State Penitentiary

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Salary Range From

3338.00

Monthly

Salary Range To

3338.00

Monthly

Summary of Work

Duties include, but are not limited to: Participate in searches of inmates’ cell, body (clothed and unclothed), property and work area to ensure control of contraband and compliance with institutional health standards. Conduct inmate counts at designated times in assigned unit to ensure security and early detection of escapees. Control access and security of all unit keys. Transport inmates to medical appointments out of the facility, etc. apply restraints and maintain custody. Supervise inmate movement and activities in housing units, recreation areas, dining areas, and visiting areas. Provide assistance in rehabilitative and basic cognitive needs on an individual basis to inmates as assigned; serve as role model for inmates. Screen and approve inmate visitors; conduct background checks prior to admittance into the facility. Maintain control of the public during tours or public access events to ensure safety of public and inmates. Complete verbal and written reports to supervisors regarding inmate behavior, rule violation, work and repair orders, security issues, and transportation of inmates.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or GED and two years of work experience in corrections, security, law enforcement, or military police. College level coursework may substitute for the work experience requirement on a year for year basis.

• Preference will be given to individuals who have previous experience working in a correctional setting, as a peace officer, or have a military police background. Hourly Range $19.26 – Dependent Upon Experience.

If unable to find qualified applicants, we will consider under filling as a Correctional Officer I with a salary of $17.88 per hour.

Application Procedures

All applications for open DOCR positions must be made via the Careers site. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must be received by 11:59 PM on the closing date listed. All potential applicants must attach and/or upload the following documents:

Letter of Interest

Resume

Transcripts Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties.

Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran’s preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran’s preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran’s Affairs Office.

Contact Shannon Davison at 701-328-6112 or sdavison@nd.gov or TTY 800-366-6888 for more information or assistance in the application or interview process.