Custody & Security Officer — Correctional Facility

South Dakota AG; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Class B retirement with 8% matching

Job summary

South Dakota Department of Corrections is hiring correctional officers for the Rapid City Minimum Center. The role involves maintaining custody, observing inmates, and enforcing procedures to ensure safety. Officers work 12-hour rotating shifts (days or nights) and may work weekends and holidays.

Training is provided, and uniforms are supplied. Applicants must be at least 18, hold a high school diploma or GED, and pass background checks and screenings.

Qualifications

• Must pass Basic Training including English comprehension and written exams.
• Ability to observe, assess, and report security incidents.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inmates and enforce post orders to maintain safety and security.
• Supervise inmate activities including counts, logs, searches, and escorts.
• Respond to crises and manage incidents following procedures.

Skills

English fluency

Observation & reporting

Inmate supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

South Dakota Department of Corrections is hiring correctional officers for the Rapid City Minimum Center. The role involves maintaining custody, observing inmates, and enforcing procedures to ensure safety. Officers work 12-hour rotating shifts (days or nights) and may work weekends and holidays.

Training is provided, and uniforms are supplied. Applicants must be at least 18, hold a high school diploma or GED, and pass background checks and screenings.