Correctional Officer — 12-Hour Shifts, Career Growth

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Class B retirement (8% match)

Job summary

South Dakota State Government seeks a full-time Correctional Officer at the Department of Corrections. The role involves maintaining security, supervising shifts, and enforcing policies to ensure safety for offenders and staff.

New officers are trained with no prior education or experience required. Uniforms are provided, and Class B retirement is available with 8% matching contributions.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ with valid Driver's License.
• High school diploma or GED.
• No prior education or experience required.
• Abuse/neglect screening may be required.
• Background check and drug screening upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control access to the facility.
• Escort and transport offenders in state vehicles, while armed.
• Conduct searches per policy.
• Maintain health, safety, and sanitation in cells and areas.
• Document incidents and report to supervisors.

Skills

English communication

Observational skills

Written communication

Physical fitness

Firearms safety

Team collaboration

De-escalation

Job description

South Dakota State Government seeks a full-time Correctional Officer at the Department of Corrections. The role involves maintaining security, supervising shifts, and enforcing policies to ensure safety for offenders and staff.

New officers are trained with no prior education or experience required. Uniforms are provided, and Class B retirement is available with 8% matching contributions.