Corrections Officer: Build Impact & Community Safety

ND Dept of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Jamestown (ND); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

40 hours new hire leave

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation, sick leave, holidays

EAP

Job summary

North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (ND DOCR) is seeking Corrections Officers for James River Correctional Center (JRCC) in Jamestown, ND. The role focuses on safety, rehabilitation, and community impact, with paid training and a supportive team environment.

New hires receive comprehensive benefits including family health insurance with no monthly premium, vacation, sick leave, holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to pass background check and fingerprinting.
• Paid training provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the safety and security of residents, staff, visitors, and the community.
• Build professional relationships with residents while serving as a positive, pro-social role model.
• Communicate effectively, maintain situational awareness, and respond appropriately to prevent, de-escalate, and manage incidents.
• Work as part of a highly collaborative team to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Demonstrate reliability by arriving on time, reporting for scheduled shifts, and following established procedures for requesting leave or reporting absences.
• Support rehabilitation by encouraging accountability, personal growth, and positive behavior.
• Respond calmly and confidently during emergencies using your training and sound judgment.

Skills

Integrity

Communication

Calm under pressure

Team player

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (ND DOCR) is seeking Corrections Officers for James River Correctional Center (JRCC) in Jamestown, ND. The role focuses on safety, rehabilitation, and community impact, with paid training and a supportive team environment.

New hires receive comprehensive benefits including family health insurance with no monthly premium, vacation, sick leave, holidays, and tuition reimbursement.