Summary
Job ID: 36893Agency: Department of Corrections, SD State PenitentiaryLocation: Sioux FallsSalary: $25.60 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experiencePay Grade: GH-GClosing Date: Open Until FilledThis is a full-time position with the Department of Corrections. For more information on the Department of Corrections, please visit .The South Dakota Department of Corrections is hiring! Join the DOC - view DOC Recruitment video here: .Maintains security by enforcing DOC policies and institutional post orders to ensure the safety and security of the offenders and employees and that confinement conditions are maintained.Service as a correctional officer is an excellent way to begin a law enforcement career and to gain supervisory experience. New officers are trained in all aspects required of the job; no prior education or experience is necessary. Officers are eligible for Class B retirement with 8% matching contributions. Uniforms are provided.Correctional Officers must be able to work all shifts. Week day and weekend shifts are twelve (12) hours. Correctional officers are required to work every other weekend along with some holidays.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Description
Job ID: 36893Agency: Department of Corrections, SD State PenitentiaryLocation: Sioux FallsSalary: $25.60 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experiencePay Grade: GH-GClosing Date: Open Until FilledThis is a full-time position with the Department of Corrections. For more information on the Department of Corrections, please visit .The South Dakota Department of Corrections is hiring! Join the DOC - view DOC Recruitment video here: .Maintains security by enforcing DOC policies and institutional post orders to ensure the safety and security of the offenders and employees and that confinement conditions are maintained.Service as a correctional officer is an excellent way to begin a law enforcement career and to gain supervisory experience. New officers are trained in all aspects required of the job; no prior education or experience is necessary. Officers are eligible for Class B retirement with 8% matching contributions. Uniforms are provided.Correctional Officers must be able to work all shifts. Week day and weekend shifts are twelve (12) hours. Correctional officers are required to work every other weekend along with some holidays.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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