Correctional Officer

Minnehaha County•Bismarck, ND

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office is hiring Correctional Officers for its jail in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The role supports public safety by helping keep the facility secure and operating smoothly, while protecting the well-being of inmates, staff, and the community. Officers supervise inmates, respond to emergencies, apply crisis-intervention and de-escalation techniques, and carry out intake, release, security, and documentation duties. The position includes 11 weeks of classroom and on-the-job training, including Crisis Intervention Training. Officers who successfully complete the training program earn certifications in crisis intervention, CPR and first aid, NCIC terminal operation, NIMS, pepper spray, CJIS, and defensive tactics. The schedule consists of 12-hour shifts, 15 shifts per month, with Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off every other week; year-long rotations provide consistent schedules. The posting states that the next new-hire class begins January 19, 2027. The 2027 hiring range is $28.40–$31.31 per hour, with earning potential up to $42.08 per hour and opportunities for pay increases. The posting also describes a $1.00-per-hour night-shift differential, specialty bilingual pay, possible retention bonuses for newly hired Juvenile Correctional Officers who meet eligibility requirements, and opportunities for assignments and advancement within the Jail Division and into the Patrol Division.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and one year of relevant work experience; a comparable combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Valid driver's license and ability to maintain a safe driving record with Minnehaha County.
Successfully complete the pre-employment background process.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Maintain the ability to be a credible witness in court.
Make appropriate decisions quickly and with tact and impartiality.
Learn and apply law enforcement operations policies and procedures.
Perform physical restraint techniques as instructed to protect inmates and others.
Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with colleagues, other agencies, and the public.
Present a professional appearance and communicate respectfully and approachably.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in criminal justice.
Experience working in corrections.
Knowledge of legal terminology.

Responsibilities

Conduct inmate head counts, wellness checks, cell inspections, and regular security rounds throughout the jail and perimeter.
Respond to emergencies, apply crisis-intervention techniques, and de-escalate mental-health situations.
Oversee inmate intake and release, fingerprinting and photographing, property management, and accurate documentation.
Supervise recreation, meals, medication distribution, visitations, and inmate movement.
Conduct NCIC checks, manage warrants and protection orders, and support inmates accessing programs and services.
Handle communications equipment, log movement and activity, distribute mail and supplies, and maintain detailed records.
Help maintain a secure and respectful environment for inmates, staff, and the public.

Benefits

Generous paid time off.
Extended sick leave.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Retirement through the South Dakota Retirement System, providing lifetime income throughout retirement.
Potential retention bonuses for newly hired Juvenile Correctional Officers who meet program eligibility requirements and performance standards.
Night-shift differential of $1.00 per hour.
Bilingual specialty pay of an additional $0.50 per hour for officers who pass a bilingual exam.
Paid 11-week classroom and on-the-job training.
Annual confidential mental-health visits and additional support sessions for officers and family members.
Access to financial resources, legal advisors, work and lifestyle support, and educational resources.
Onsite workout facility, gym reimbursement, wellness challenges, and health and fitness education.
Opportunities for pay increases, including additional increases after the first, second, and third years, in addition to annual increases.