Correctional Officer I

Job overview

The Correctional Officer I role is onsite at the Grand Forks County Correctional Center in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The starting rate is $24.83 per hour as of January 1, 2026. The Grand Forks County Sheriff's Office describes the position as public-safety work supporting the safety, security, and well-being of people housed at the facility. The officer helps maintain a safe and secure correctional environment and supports the facility's daily operations. The county provides training in safety and security procedures, communication, de-escalation, policy, and legal requirements; the schedule includes rotating shifts, days, nights, and weekends.

What you'll do

• Support safety, security, and well-being within the correctional facility
• complete required training in security procedures, communication, de-escalation, policy, and legal requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

correctional officer i

grand forks nd

public safety

correctional facility

rotating shifts

days and nights

weekends

12.25-hour shifts

no prior correctional experience required

grand forks county

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid holidays
• paid time off
• benefits and retirement. County retirement contributions are described, including NDPERS and the Defined Compensation 2025 plan for eligible hires.

Why this role

No prior correctional or law enforcement experience is required; comprehensive on-the-job training and classroom instruction are provided.

About the employer

Grand Forks County is hiring for this role. Industry: Correctional Institutions. Sector: 92.