Correctional Security & Care Specialist

Pennington County; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennington County Sheriff’s Office seeks a Correctional Officer 1 to manage inmate custody with professionalism in a high-stress environment. You will conduct rounds, enforce rules, and support secure housing operations while documenting incidents and complying with procedures.

The role requires a 120-hour academy, 240-hour on-the-job training, OC spray and taser certification, and a valid SD driver’s license within 90 days. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts are included.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 20 years old at time of offer.
• Complete in-house 120-hour academy training program.
• Complete 240-hour Correctional Officer on-the-job training.
• OC spray certification and taser training required.
• No felony convictions.
• Must pass minimum hiring assessments (physical agility, written exam, background, medical and psychological exams).
• Must possess or obtain SD Driver’s License within 90 days of moving to SD.
• Sheriff may waive any above requirements at discretion.

Responsibilities

• Perform security rounds and document incidents, movement and discipline.
• Maintain a safe, secure cell block environment fostering respect.
• Determine disciplinary actions and enforce with inmates/detainees.
• Initiate and monitor inmate movement and restrain when necessary.
• Classify inmates to housing units and security levels.
• Respond to inmate mental health concerns and assess risk factors.
• Read and process legal and non-legal documents.
• Communicate effectively with the public, staff, inmates and in court settings.
• Attend shift briefings, trainings and department meetings.
• Perform related duties and maintain county policy compliance.

Skills

Communication

Court testimony readiness

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Pennington County Sheriff’s Office seeks a Correctional Officer 1 to manage inmate custody with professionalism in a high-stress environment. You will conduct rounds, enforce rules, and support secure housing operations while documenting incidents and complying with procedures.

The role requires a 120-hour academy, 240-hour on-the-job training, OC spray and taser certification, and a valid SD driver’s license within 90 days. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts are included.