Detention Officer: Public Safety, 12‑Hour Shifts

Cass County Government; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Employer-paid life insurance

Spouse insurance (optional)

Pension retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Overtime bonus pay (optional)

Job security in public service

Job summary

Cass County Government seeks Detention Officers in North Dakota to join a dedicated law enforcement team. The role offers a starting salary of $55,261/year with a $1,000 sign-on bonus and monthly pay, alongside comprehensive benefits.

You will work 12-hour shifts with a schedule that includes every other weekend, enabling a balance of work and personal time. The position emphasizes safety and community welfare within the detention facility.

Qualifications

• Clean criminal history.
• High school diploma or equivalent (or GED).
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to collaborate and work as part of a team.
• Empathy for individuals facing substance abuse or mental health challenges.
• Commitment to safety for community, staff, and inmates.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inmate activities to maintain safety and order.
• Conduct well-being checks and oversee inmate programs.
• Assist with booking and court processing; rotate through housing units.
• Participate in the Correctional Emergency Response Team during high-risk situations.

Skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Public safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Stress management

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cass County Government seeks Detention Officers in North Dakota to join a dedicated law enforcement team. The role offers a starting salary of $55,261/year with a $1,000 sign-on bonus and monthly pay, alongside comprehensive benefits.

You will work 12-hour shifts with a schedule that includes every other weekend, enabling a balance of work and personal time. The position emphasizes safety and community welfare within the detention facility.