Non-Certified Officer - Lobby

Munro Footwear Group; Deer Lodge (MT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Montana Department of Corrections in Deer Lodge, MT is seeking a Non-Certified Officer for the main lobby. Duties include processing visitors, monitoring entrants, locking entries, and maintaining security of premises. The role may cross-train with visiting duties as needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma; applicants undergo criminal history and reference checks. The position offers full-time hours with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Criminal history check and reference checks required.

Responsibilities

• Process visitors and staff at secure lobby entrance.
• Monitor items brought into facility by searching bags and individuals.
• Maintain entrance logbooks and report daily activities and irregularities.
• Respond to medical emergencies with basic first aid.
• Write incident reports and logs as needed.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description - Non-Certified Officer - Lobby (26142097)

Position Title:

Non-Certified Officer - Lobby - ( 26142097 )

NON-CERTIFIED OFFICER - LOBBY

MONTANA DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS

DEER LODGE, MT

The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community, the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!

Most of the over 1600 inmates at the Montana State Prison (MSP) are released back into their communities after serving their sentence. You can make a difference in inmate daily life, that results in lower recidivism and better long-term outcomes. We invite you to be part of a team of enthusiastic professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of MSP inmates and our communities. MSP has a 24-hour medical facility, educational opportunities for high school and university degrees, and a multitude of work programs. With more than $700 million in infrastructure projects underway at MSP and other DOC facilities, the benefits of modern correctional construction and technology are on the horizon. If you’re ready to build your future in a fulfilling career, join us today!

The Non-Certified Officer performs security duties for the Montana State Prison main lobby entrance. Duties include processing visitors and staff through the secure lobby entrance, monitoring all items being brought into the facility by searching bags and individuals, as well as maintaining entrance logbooks. This position may also cross train to assist with Montana State Prison visiting as needed.

Lock doors, windows, and gates of entrances and exits to secure building.

Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to provide safety and guard against theft and maintain security of premises.

Answer alarms, investigate, resolve, and document disturbances.

Respond to medical emergencies by administering basic first aid.

Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.

Answer telephone calls, questions, and provide information while performing security work.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma

Other combinations of education and experience may be substituted.

Successful applicants will be subject to:

Criminal history check

Reference checks

NOTICES

Brady Act & Lautenberg Amendment - Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or is the subject of a court order of protection for \"an intimate partner or child of such intimate partner\" cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18, U.S.C., Section 922(g)(91)). Candidates who have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or were issued a court order of protection are not qualified for this position.

Prison Rape Elimination Act - Any person who has 1) engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution; 2) been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or 3) was civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in activity as described in the latter, are not qualified for this position.

Tobacco Free - The use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections buildings. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary

$26.01 - $26.01 Hourly

Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible

Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

2

Employee Status

Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Variable

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

Deer Lodge Agency : Department of Corrections Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Sep 2, 2026, 4:46:33 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)

Sep 14, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : None

Contact Name : Jared Hardman | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone] Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.