Grand Forks County

Due to staffing requirements/regulations, preference will be given to female applicants.

_{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 $24.25 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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_{APPLICATION PROCESS: A Grand Forks County Sheriff's Office APPLICATION must be completed and submitted with a resume and cover letter. Interviews will only be granted to those who submit a completed application. 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: 122 South 5th Street, Suite 210, Grand Forks, ND 58201 or by email to joel.lloyd@gfcounty.org.}

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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. Option to be full-time evening shift after completion of training. Targeted start date: August 1, 2025.}

_{COUNTY EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS AND PERKS: While employed at Grand Forks County you will receive 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. For employees hired on or after January 1,2025, you will be enrolled in the Defined Compensation 2025 plan (DC25) at the rate of 9.26% of your gross salary paid by the County with an option for an additional 3% employee contribution and County match. To learn about the benefits offered, please review the 2025 Benefits Summary.}

_{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.}

_{DISQUALIFYING FACTORS}

• _{A false statement or any omission of information, on the employment application, consent form, or verbally is disqualifying and grounds for termination.}
• _{A felony conviction.}
• _{Applicants on criminal probation at time of intended hire.}
• _{Any unlawful use of any drug while employed as a peace officer.}
• _{Any involvement in the sales of illegal drugs.}
• _{Lack of a valid driver’s license at time of intended hire.}

_{POTENTIAL DISQUALIFYING FACTORS}

• _{Prior drug usage will be evaluated for what was used, the extent of the use, and how recent the usage has been (including marijuana).}
• _{A misdemeanor conviction.}
• _{A conviction for theft.}
• _{Unlawful carrying of a concealed weapon.}
• _{Demonstrated history of irresponsible motor vehicle operation.}
• _{A “Failure to Appear” on your driving record.}
• _{A D.U.I. conviction.}
• _{Applicants under psychological/psychiatric care.}
• _{Military discipline or less than honorable discharge.}
• _{Demonstrated history of financial irresponsibility.}
• _{Failure to keep appointments or submit documentation in a complete, neat or timely during the background process.}

_{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.}