Correctional Officer: 12-Hour Shifts + Growth & Benefits

Minnehaha County; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great wages

Retention bonus

Career preparation

Night shift differential

Strong staffing levels

Bilingual pay

Paid training

Mental and physical wellbeing

12 hour shifts

Career advancement

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office in Sioux Falls, SD is hiring Correctional Officers. The role offers strong wages, night shift differentials, bilingual pay where applicable, and extensive training with certification opportunities. Expect 12-hour shifts, robust benefits, and a path for advancement within the jail division.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and pass a background check. New officers can receive up to 5% pay increases after the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd years, along with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate/bachelor's in criminal justice preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to document clearly.

Responsibilities

• Keep the facility safe and secure through regular checks, rounds, and inmate accountability.
• Respond to emergencies and de-escalate mental-health situations with professionalism and care.
• Oversee intake, fingerprinting, incidents, and secure handling of inmate information.
• Maintain order during meals, recreation, and movement; assist during investigations and court-related processes.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

De-escalation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Preferred associate/bachelor's in criminal justice

Job description

Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office in Sioux Falls, SD is hiring Correctional Officers. The role offers strong wages, night shift differentials, bilingual pay where applicable, and extensive training with certification opportunities. Expect 12-hour shifts, robust benefits, and a path for advancement within the jail division.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and pass a background check. New officers can receive up to 5% pay increases after the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd years, along with