Correctional Officer Job at Grand Forks County, Grand Forks, ND

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  • Grand Forks County
  • Grand Forks, ND

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Correctional Officers are instrumental to the success of the operations in the Correctional Center. Work is hands-on 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 $23.77 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 well-being of persons being held in the Grand Forks County Correctional Center.

Basic Requirements:

  1. High school graduate or GED and at least 18 years of age.
  2. Ability to pass a thorough background investigation, including a medical and drug/alcohol screening.
  3. Knowledge of dealing with people, multi-tasking, legalities of restricted environment, ability to successful pass licensing for Correctional Officer Certificate, and maintain a valid driver's license.
  4. Must have availability to work rotating shifts including days, nights, and weekends.

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APPLICAITON PROCESS: A Grand Forks County 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 human.resources@gfcounty.org. Open until filled.

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STATUS AND HOURS: Full-time, 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.

COUNTY EMPLOYMENT PERKS: While employed at Grand Forks County you will receive on-the-job 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. 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 applicant’s education, training, and experience will be rated based on required application materials submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded for further consideration.

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 at-will 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.

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift, Afternoon shift,

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