Corrections Officer NDSP

ND Dept of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MicroMart for employees

New Hire Leave (40 hours)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

NDSP in North Dakota seeks Corrections Officers to support safety, rehabilitation, and community well‑being. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with successfully completing a background check and fingerprinting, and a strong commitment to integrity and teamwork.

No prior experience is required as we provide comprehensive training; starting pay is determined by experience and education, with eligibility for state benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to complete pre-employment requirements including a background check and fingerprinting.
• Commitment to integrity, professionalism and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive role model for residents, maintain safety and security, and work as part of a cohesive, supportive team of professionals, upholding rehabilitation goals.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Retirement benefits

Are you looking for a career that is challenging, meaningful, and centered around making a positive impact? Do you thrive in roles where every day brings purpose, teamwork, and the chance to help others build healthier futures? If so, the ND Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCR) invites you to join our team at the North Dakota State Penitentiary (NDSP).

At NDSP, Corrections Officers play a critical role in supporting safety, rehabilitation, and positive change. Our ideal team members are confident, assertive, dependable, and guided by integrity. Officers rely on strong judgment and thorough training to remain calm in emergencies, maintain situational awareness, communicate effectively, and collaborate closely with their team.

What It's Like To Work At NDSP

NDSP is a secure and professional environment built on teamwork, respect, and our commitment to the DOCR vision: healthy and productive neighbors, a safe North Dakota.

Working Here Means You Become Part Of a High-performing Team That Values Safety, Wellness, And Professional Growth. NDSP Offers Several Unique Perks To Support Employees, Including

• A MicroMart for employees, stocked with drinks, snacks, and meal options available for purchase
• 40 hours of New Hire Leave, available to use within your first year to support work-life balance
• Tuition Reimbursement Program to help you continue your education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with an emphasis on mental health, wellbeing, and personal support resources

What You'll Do

• Serve as a positive, pro-social role model for residents, build rapport, observe behavior, and apply dynamic security principles, maintain the safety and security of residents, staff, and the community, work as part of a cohesive, supportive team of professionals, uphold standards that support rehabilitation and personal growth.

What You Need To Apply

• A high school diploma or GED
• The ability to complete all pre-employment requirements, including a background check and fingerprinting
• A commitment to integrity, professionalism, and teamwork

No experience? No problem - we provide all the training you need, and you'll be paid while you learn. Starting pay is determined by your experience and education.

Candidates who are North Dakota residents and eligible for veteran's preference must upload a DD-214. Those claiming disabled veteran's preference must also provide a current statement of disabled status from the VA.

State Employee Benefits

ND state employment includes a highly competitive benefits package:

• Fully paid family health insurance with no monthly premium
• Retirement benefits
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• And more - visit Active Members | NDPERS for complete details.

About Team ND

\"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.\" - Theodore Roosevelt

More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.