Correctional Officer Job at Cass County Government, Fargo, ND

  • Cass County Government
  • Fargo, ND

Job Description

Are you committed to maintaining security and order? Do you want an entry-level role that offers room for career growth and advancement? If so, consider becoming part of our dedicated team at Cass County North Dakota as a full-time Correctional Officer ! We're hiring a trustworthy, ambitious person to uphold our jail's high standards and inmate security. This position keeps you on your toes and allows you to make a direct positive impact every day.

We provide competitive pay of $55,261 annually , a $1,000 sign-on bonus , uniforms , and paid training ! Our criminal justice team also receives fantastic benefits like:

  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Optional spouse insurance
  • Pension
  • Vacation and sick time
  • Optional overtime bonus pay
  • Great job security
Apply today and make a difference in a challenging yet rewarding environment!

THE INS AND OUTS OF BECOMING A CORRECTIONAL OFFICER

THE SCHEDULE:

This position works 12-hour shifts for 12-14 days/month . You have a 3-day weekend every other week!

YOUR ROLE:

In this entry-level criminal justice position, you're vital to our jail's security and inmates' well-being. You're the backbone of our public safety operations, ensuring our facility remains secure and inmates are properly accounted for. Working closely with your team, you oversee inmate programs, recreational activities, and well-being checks. You watch for any issues and proactively resolve minor problems before they become disasters. Attentively, you also manage booking and court processing. Every day provides new opportunities to learn and grow in criminal justice!

OUR REQUIREMENTS:
  • Clean criminal history
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills
  • Team spirit and ability to collaborate with others
  • Heart for working with people with substance abuse or mental health issues
  • Commitment to keeping your community safe
  • Must be able to testify in court
  • Must successfully pass a full background check, including criminal history and credit evaluation
  • Must successfully pass psychological screening and assessment.

JOIN US IN CASS COUNTY

For over 150 years, Cass County has been serving the needs and protecting the interests of our residents. As the most populous county in North Dakota, we're proud to maintain an environment where people can live happy, healthy lives. With a sheriff's office that includes a jail, court security, and court services, as well as life-saving special projects like search and rescue and snowmobile patrol, our residents can trust us to keep them safe. We offer excellent growth opportunities and the ability to make a positive difference . If you want to build a rewarding career giving back to your community, join us!

Make a positive difference as our entry-level Correctional Officer! Reach out today with our short initial application.

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Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Relocation package, Shift work, Weekend work, 3 days per week

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