Correctional Officer

Salary : $60,590.40 - $76,814.40 AnnuallyLocation : Law Enforcement Center - Watford CityJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202600097Department: Correctional FacilityOpening Date: 04/29/2026DescriptionThe Correctional Officer maintains care and custody of inmates, security, and order on and off the property under general supervision. In accordance with operational needs an applicable laws, certain correctional officer duties require same-gender supervision and searches of inmates. To meet these requirements within our female housing units, female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. This position reports to the Correctional Lieutenant and is located in Watford City, ND. The position is on a rotation schedule and twelve (12) hour days. Level and salary commensurate with experience.Essential Job FunctionsProvide all aspects of supervision of inmates to ensure custody, control, and care; including recreation and meal periodsSecure all inmate property and follow standard procedures designated for the care of the propertyPrepare reports; including booking, releases, fingerprinting, and mug shot photography. Assists in the maintenance of carious records and information reporting materials and data basesCheck inmate mail for possible contraband; maintain a periodic patrol to ensure the security and integrity of the facility; monitor and screen inmate visitor traffic; and observe traffic in and around the facilityAddresses complaints from staff, inmates, visitors, etc.Performs other duties of a similar nature or levelMinimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalentMust be certified Correctional Officer within one (1) year of hiring dateExtensive knowledge of computers, computer programs, scanning equipment and various other office machinesOrganizational skills and ability to multitaskMust be a self-starter and goal orientedPhysical requirements and working conditions:Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.Moderate work: Exerting up to 50 pounds if force occasionally and/ or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Moderate work involves moving most of the time. Jobs are moderate if walking and standing are required frequently and all other moderate criteria are met.The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Preferred QualificationsIn accordance with operational needs and applicable laws, certain correctional officer duties require same-gender supervision and searches of inmates. To meet these requirements within our female housing units, female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.Blue Cross Blue ShieldMedicalSingle: 100% paid for employeesSingle+Child(ren): $269.28 monthlyFamily: $397.80 monthlyDentalSingle: 100% paid for employeesFamily: $16.98 monthlyVisionSingle: 100% paid for employeesFamily: $4.32 monthlyVacation Time0-2 full years earn 4 hours per pay period = 96 hours per year3-5 full years earn 5 hours per pay period = 120 hours per year6-9 full years earn 6 hours per pay period = 144 hours per yearOver 10 full years earn 7 hours per pay period = 168 hours per yearSick Time4 hours earned per pay period = 96 hours per yearRetirementMain Plan - County contributes 9.26%, Employee contribute 1%-3% - County will matchPublic Safety Plan - Employee contributes 1.5%, County matches 16.54%*Certified Law Enforcement Officers (Deputies/Corrections)Flex AccountsTax-free dollars set aside each month, up to $3,200.00 annually for medical expenses$5,000.00 annually may be set aside for day care expensesLife InsuranceMcKenzie County provides $12,000.00 life insurance. Additional coverage available at a discounted rate.OtherDeferred Income - 457BSimilar to a 401k plan; minimum contribution amount is $25.00, max of $22,500.00 per year. Funds cannot be withdrawn until retirement, termination, or an unforeseeable emergency.Supplemental InsuranceMetLife plans may be purchased for an additional charge.01Are you legally eligible for employment in the United States?YesNo02Are you able to work a flexible work schedule that includes nights, weekends, holidays, and includes varying shifts?YesNo03Do you have a valid drivers license?YesNo