Correctional Officer

This position is located in historic downtown Sioux Falls in Southeastern South Dakota.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

The Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office invites applications for Correctional Officers to maintain safety and security within the county's correctional facility. Our Jail is located in historic, downtown Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Take a virtual tour to check it out!

New hire class dates start regularly so, whether you are ready to start right away or need some time to relocate, apply now!

RETENTION BONUS: Newly hired Correctional Officers are eligible to receive $1,000 at 9 months, 18 months, 27 months, and 36 months of service with good performance!!

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IS NOT REQURIED!

New officers will learn effective communication and de-escalation skills to manage inmate behavior for more than 500 inmates within the County's Jail. Our training program is lead by experienced trainers who will teach you first aid, report writing, crisis intervention, defensive tactics, investigation, problem solving, and other critical skills used by corrections and law enforcement professionals.

IS THIS THE CAREER RIGHT FOR ME?

Our COs come from all kinds of personal, professional, and educational backgrounds and most people we hire have never worked in corrections before. However, successful COs do have a few things in common. They are strong communicators with a true desire to help people. They value serving their community and understand the importance of working in a team environment. They are problem-solvers who can make decisions and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT DOES THIS CAREER OFFER ME?

• Paid classroom and on-the-job training
• Uniforms provided
• Full-time pay/hours by working an average of only 15 shifts a month
• Fri/Sat/Sun off every other week
• Opportunities to work overtime
• 12-hour shifts including overnights, weekends, and holidays
• Regularly scheduled opportunities for pay raises
• Career advancement potential
• Benefits include a competitive retirement plan through SDRS and a deferred compensation plan; medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; generous PTO program; and an extended sick leave program.

The hiring range is $20.46/hr - $22.02/hr with a full earning potential up to $29.62/hr.

RETENTION BONUS: Newly hired Correctional Officers are eligible to receive $1,000 at 9 months, 18 months, 27 months, and 36 months of service with good performance!!

STILL NOT SURE IF YOU SHOULD APPLY? TAKE A TOUR TO SEE WHAT IT IS LIKE!

Want to see the Jail for yourself? We will give you a personal tour where you can watch our Correctional Officers in action! You'll see how our staff work together as a team to help keep our operation running smoothly, efficiently, and safely. Give us a call at 605-367-4337 to get scheduled for a tour today!

Watch the video below and find out what actual employees have to say about working in our Jail and find out what a rewarding career as a Correctional Officer has to offer you!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RxVjUDbWvs&feature=youtu.be

Why live and work in Sioux Falls?

• Check out Niche.com's Report Card on Sioux Falls. Final Grade for Sioux Falls: "A"!
• Smart Asset has ranked Sioux Falls the Best City for Young Professionals the last four years running!
• Liveability's Top 100 Best Place to Live puts Sioux Falls at an impressive #20!
• In 2019, Sioux Falls ranked No. 1 on Forbes' Best Small Cities for Business and Careers!

Sioux Falls / Minnehaha County has many thriving communities and is home to major medical facilities, a variety of cultural centers, and many beautiful lakes and parks with walking and biking paths. Check out some of the great things to do in our area through our Convention and Visitor's Bureau website!

Minnehaha County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, or any other protected group in accordance with state and federal law. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Human Resources at (605) 367-4337.