Security Staff

State of Montana; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Montana Department of Corrections is hiring Security Staff to supervise adult male offenders at the Flathead Valley Reentry Center. The role emphasizes safety, orderly operations, and support for rehabilitation and successful reentry.

Responsibilities include inspections, surveillance operation, reporting, and assisting with transportation and security-related tasks. A high school diploma, valid license, and background checks are required; one year in security is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and a valid drivers license are required.
• One year of experience in a security-related field is preferred.
• A background check including criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries will be required prior to being hired.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Conducting facility, grounds, and offender inspections and searches.
• Monitoring security operations and maintaining situational awareness.
• Preparing reports, disciplinary documentation, counts, and logs.
• Operating security and surveillance equipment.
• Recognizing and responding to critical behavior and emergencies.
• Restraint of offenders when necessary.
• Conducting substance use testing.
• Supervising offender movement inside and outside the facility.
• Assisting with transportation duties.
• Overseeing janitorial and housekeeping assignments completed by residents.
• Supporting facility entrance security and first aid response.

Job description

Security Staff (26142614)

The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation, and Empowerment. If you are looking for a meaningful career where you can make a lasting impact in your community, the Montana DOC is the place for you.

The Flathead Valley Reentry Center is the first DOC-owned and operated prerelease center in Montana, playing a vital role in transforming the future of corrections. This innovative facility provides structure, accountability, and support to help residents successfully transition back into their communities.

We are making generational changes at the DOC - and we’re looking for dedicated professionals to help build the future of corrections in Montana.

Security Staff

are responsible for maintaining the safety and security of residents, staff, visitors, and the public while supporting rehabilitation and successful reentry efforts. In this role, you will supervise adult male felons in the custody of the Flathead Valley Reentry Center and contribute to the safe, orderly, and effective operation of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting facility, grounds, and offender inspections and searches
• Monitoring security operations and maintaining situational awareness
• Preparing reports, disciplinary documentation, counts, and logs
• Operating security and surveillance equipment
• Recognizing and responding to critical behavior and emergencies
• Restraining and controlling offenders when necessary
• Conducting substance use testing
• Supervising offender movement inside and outside the facility
• Assisting with transportation duties
• Overseeing janitorial and housekeeping assignments completed by residents
• Supporting facility entrance security and first aid response

At the Montana Department of Corrections, your work matters. Every day, you’ll have the opportunity to positively influence lives, strengthen communities, and contribute to meaningful changes across Montana.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license are required.
• One year of experience in a security‑related field is preferred.
• A background check including criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries will be required prior to being hired.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-case basis.

Successful applicants will be subject to:

• Criminal history check
• Reference checks

The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/ .

NOTICES

Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) - 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) been 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

25.01 - 25.01 Hourly

Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Paid Leave & Holidays
• Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Variable

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

Kalispell Agency : Department of Corrections Union : 000 - None

Posting Date

Oct 19, 2026, 3:42:19 PM

Closing Date

Nov 3, 2026, 6:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter, Resume

Contact

Contact Name : Paula Plattner | 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.