Correctional Officer
Correctional Officer
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Job Description
Correctional Officers are instrumental to the success of the operations in the Correctional Center. Work is handson and interactive with different opportunities of growth. Correctional Officers are responsible for the supervision safety and security of inmates and the correctional center itself.
The Correctional Officer position offers a great staring wage of $24.25 per hour.
No experience necessary just your willingness to learn. We have full training that will teach you everything that you need to know. As a Correctional Officer you would be expected to carry out procedures and activities to ensure the security and wellbeing of persons being held in the Grand Forks County Correctional Center.
Basic Requirements:
High school graduate or GED and at least 18 years of age.
Ability to pass a thorough background investigation including a medical and drug/alcohol screening.
Knowledge of dealing with people multitasking legalities of restricted environment ability to successful pass licensing for Correctional Officer Certificate and maintain a valid drivers license.
Must have availability to work rotating shifts including days nights and weekends.
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APPLICAITON PROCESS: A Grand Forks County Sheriffs Office APPLICATION must be completed and submitted with a resume and cover letter. DD214 is required to be submitted with the application to gain veterans preference. Applications may be obtained and/or returned in person or via mail at: 151 South 4th Street 1st Floor Grand Forks ND 58201 or by email to
Close Date: 4/13/2025
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STATUS AND HOURS: Fulltime benefit eligible based on a 40 hours per week. 12.25 hours shifts days evenings and rotating shifts available. Day shift is from 6:45 am to 7:00 pm. Evening shift is from 6:45 pm to 7:00 am. Rotating shifts switch from days to evenings every 28 days. Option to be fulltime evening shift after completion of training.
COUNTY EMPLOYMENT PERKS: While employed at Grand Forks County you will receive onthejob paid training a generous number of paid holidays paid time off benefits and retirement. Did you know that Grand Forks County participates in NDPERS Retirement 16.26 and employees only contribute 2 and the County contributes the rest. For employees hired on or after January 12025 you will be enrolled in the Deferred Compensation 2025 plan (DC25 at the rate of 9.26 of your gross salary. The County contributes 7.26 and the Employee contributes 2 with an option for an additional 3 employee contribution and County match. Check out all of our great benefits HERE! You belong here!
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SELECTION PROCESS: Prospective employees will undergo a thorough background investigation including a medical and drug/ alcohol screening. Each applicants education training and experience will be rated based on required application materials submitted and the topscoring candidates will be forwarded for further consideration.
DISQUALIFYING FACTORS
A false statement or any omission of information on the employment application consent form or verbally is disqualifying and grounds for termination.
A felony conviction.
Applicants on criminal probation at time of intended hire.
Any unlawful use of any drug while employed as a peace officer.
Any involvement in the sales of illegal .
Lack of a valid drivers license at time of intended hire.
POTENTIAL DISQUALIFYING FACTORS
Prior drug usage will be evaluated for what was used the extent of the use and how recent the usage has been (including .
A misdemeanor conviction.
A conviction for theft.
Unlawful carrying of a concealed weapon.
Demonstrated history of irresponsible motor vehicle operation.
A Failure to Appear on your driving record.
A D.U.I. conviction.
Applicants under psychological/psychiatric care.
Military discipline or less than honorable discharge.
Demonstrated history of financial irresponsibility.
Failure to keep appointments or submit documentation in a complete neat or timely during the background process.
Reasonable Accommodations: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act if you need special assistance in the selection process please notify the Human Resources Department Office in writing at the time of application.
The County of Grand Forks is an atwill employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color creed religion national origin sex sexual orientation disability age marital status. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
