Correctional Officer

McKenzie County • Law Enforcement Center - Watford City, ND

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Officer maintains the care and custody of inmates and security and order on and off the property under general supervision. Some duties require same-gender supervision and searches of inmates under operational needs and applicable law; female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for work in female housing units. The position reports to the Correctional Lieutenant and is located in Watford City, North Dakota. It follows a rotation schedule with 12-hour days and is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, with hourly compensation starting at $31.17.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must become certified as a Correctional Officer within one year of the hiring date.
• Extensive knowledge of computers, computer programs, scanning equipment, and various other office machines.
• Organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Self-starter and goal-oriented.
• Ability to perform duties involving reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to perform moderate work, including occasionally exerting up to 50 pounds of force and frequently or constantly exerting a negligible amount of force to move objects, including the human body.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inmates to ensure their custody, control, and care, including during recreation and meal periods.
• Secure inmate property and follow established procedures for its care.
• Prepare reports, including booking and release records, fingerprints, and mug shot photography.
• Assist with maintaining records, reporting materials, and databases.
• Check inmate mail for possible contraband.
• Conduct periodic patrols to maintain facility security and integrity.
• Monitor and screen inmate visitor traffic and observe traffic in and around the facility.
• Address complaints from staff, inmates, visitors, and others.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid leave
• Flexible spending
• Paid holidays
• Other benefits available to eligible employees, subject to applicable benefit plans and policies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED