Corrections Captain, Deputy Sheriff
Corrections Captain, Deputy Sheriff
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SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Sheriff or the Chief Deputy in his absence the Captain is responsible for planning organizing and implementing the operations and programs of the Correctional Center. The Captain is also responsible for providing leadership and supervision to employees and inmates by managing operations personnel services and programs within the Correctional Center. This position is responsible for providing efficient and effective operation of the Correctional Center while meeting all safety security statute and constitutional requirements.
This position ensures compliance with federal and state laws pertaining to the operations of a correctional facility as well as ensuring constitutional rights of those incarcerated are not infringed upon through extensive review of case law and correctional standards both state and federal. This position provides expertise direction and planning for the continuation of correctional services for Grand Forks County under the direction of the Sheriff.
Provides emergency inmate supervision level 2. Absent sufficient staffing for operations of the Grand Forks County Correctional Center at the Sergeant and below level. Position may require the employee to work nights weekends and holidays.
To learn about this position please review the Corrections Captain Deputy Sheriff Position Description.
STATUS AND HOURS: This is a fulltime appointed position (based on 40 hours per week) benefit eligible. There might be a variation of work hours and days to support the agency and County needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR CONSIDERATION: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: Fouryear degree in Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited university. An appropriate combination of education and experience may be substituted for a degree.
Experience: Twelve (12) or more years of corrections or law enforcement with a minimum of five (5) years of supervisor experience. Must have attained the rank of Sergeant or greater in current or previous law enforcement or correctional role or be deemed eligible by the Sheriff.
Requirements: CO Basic Certified. Possession of a valid drivers license prior to and during employment.
Salary Range: $90319.86 $128774.51 annually (DOE) with excellent benefits (benefit information below).
Deadline to Apply: May 30 2025; 5:00 pm
Target Start Date: July 1 2025
HOW TO APPLY: A Grand Forks County application must be completed and submitted with a resume and cover letter to receive full consideration for an interview. External candidates are required to submit a DD214 with the application to gain veteran preference. Applications may be obtained and/or returned in person or via mail to the attention of Captain Joel Lloyd: 122 South 5th Street Suite 210 Grand Forks ND 58201 or by email to .
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SELECTION PROCESS: Each applicants education training and experience will be evaluated based on the required application materials submitted. Only applicants that submit a full application packet and meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for an interview.
Prospective employees will undergo a thorough background investigation and include a drug/ alcohol screening.
COUNTY EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS AND PERKS: While employed at Grand Forks County you will receive 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 Defined Compensation 2025 plan (DC25) at the rate of 9.26% of your gross salary paid by the County with an option for an additional 3% employee contribution and County match.
To learn about the benefits offered please review the 2025 Benefits Summary.
The following factors will be disqualifying:
- 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 drugs.
- Lack of a valid drivers license at time of intended hire.
The following factors may be disqualifying:
- Prior drug usage will be evaluated for what was used the extent of the use and how recent the usage has been (including marijuana).
- 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 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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
