Correctional Officer

Correctional Officer

If you are interested in joining our team as a Correctional Officer, please submit your resume and a completed Background Consent Form, which can be found here : https : / / mckenziecountynd.gov / documents / background-consent-and-disclosure-form /

The Correctional Officer maintains care and custody of inmates, security, and order on and off the property under general supervision. In 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. 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 Functions

• Provide all aspects of supervision of inmates to ensure custody, control, and care; including recreation and meal periods
• Secure all inmate property and follow standard procedures designated for the care of the property
• Prepare reports; including booking, releases, fingerprinting, and mug shot photography. Assists in the maintenance of carious records and information reporting materials and data bases
• Check 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 facility
• Addresses complaints from staff, inmates, visitors, etc.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

Minimum Qualifications

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Single : 100% paid for employees Single+Child(ren) : $269.28 monthly Family : $397.80 monthly Dental Single : 100% paid for employees Family : $16.98 monthly Vision Single : 100% paid for employees Family : $4.32 monthly Vacation Time 0-2 full years earn 4 hours per pay period = 96 hours per year 3-5 full years earn 5 hours per pay period = 120 hours per year 6-9 full years earn 6 hours per pay period = 144 hours per year Over 10 full years earn 7 hours per pay period = 168 hours per year Sick Time 4 hours earned per pay period = 96 hours per year Retirement Main Plan - County contributes 9.26%, Employee contribute 1%-3% - County will match Public Safety Plan - Employee contributes 1.5%, County matches 16.54% Flex Accounts Tax-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 expenses Life Insurance McKenzie County provides $12,000.00 life insurance. Additional coverage available at a discounted rate. Deferred Income 457B Similar 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 Insurance MetLife plans may be purchased for an additional charge.