Corrections Officer NDSP
North Dakota Corrections & Rehab
Bismarck, ND
Full-time
Posted Mar 24, 2026
4,184–4,500 a month
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Benefits
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Coverage
Job Description
ficers must use good judgement, utilize and rely on training to maintain composure in emergency situations, maintain constant awareness and be observant of surroundings, work cooperatively with others as part of a high functioning team, follow-through with work assignments and directives, and communicate effectively. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply now!
ND State employment comes with a very competitive benefits package that includes retirement, paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, family health insurance with no monthly premium, and more! For more information on the state employee benefits package, go to https://ndpers.nd.gov and click on Active Members.
As a high performing Correctional Officer, you will set an example each day through positive and pro-social role modeling, utilize dynamic security concepts by building rapport, observing, and supervising residents inside our correctional facilities. Dynamic security is designed to keep you, your coworkers, and the citizens of North Dakota safer, and together we will achieve the ND DOCR's vision of healthy and productive neighbors, a safe North Dakota.
All you need to qualify to start working as a Correctional Officer is a high school diploma or GED. One of two starting pay rates is selected based on your experience and education. No experience? No problem! The ND DOCR will train you and you will get paid while training!
Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a DD-214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must also include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran's Affairs Office.
About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt
More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.
Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.
Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.
Application Procedures
All applications for open DOCR positions must be made via the Careers site. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must be received by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed above. All potential applicants must attach and/or upload the following documents:
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts
Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties.
Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran's Affairs Office.
Contact Lexi Archambault at 701-667-1411 or amarchambault@nd.gov or TTY 800-366-6888 for more information or assistance in the application or interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.
ND State employment comes with a very competitive benefits package that includes retirement, paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, family health insurance with no monthly premium, and more! For more information on the state employee benefits package, go to https://ndpers.nd.gov and click on Active Members.
As a high performing Correctional Officer, you will set an example each day through positive and pro-social role modeling, utilize dynamic security concepts by building rapport, observing, and supervising residents inside our correctional facilities. Dynamic security is designed to keep you, your coworkers, and the citizens of North Dakota safer, and together we will achieve the ND DOCR's vision of healthy and productive neighbors, a safe North Dakota.
All you need to qualify to start working as a Correctional Officer is a high school diploma or GED. One of two starting pay rates is selected based on your experience and education. No experience? No problem! The ND DOCR will train you and you will get paid while training!
Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a DD-214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must also include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran's Affairs Office.
About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt
More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.
Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.
Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.
Application Procedures
All applications for open DOCR positions must be made via the Careers site. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must be received by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed above. All potential applicants must attach and/or upload the following documents:
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts
Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties.
Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran's Affairs Office.
Contact Lexi Archambault at 701-667-1411 or amarchambault@nd.gov or TTY 800-366-6888 for more information or assistance in the application or interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.
Qualifications
- • Officers must use good judgement, utilize and rely on training to maintain composure in emergency situations, maintain constant awareness and be observant of surroundings, work cooperatively with others as part of a high functioning team, follow-through with work assignments and directives, and communicate effectively
- • All you need to qualify to start working as a Correctional Officer is a high school diploma or GED
- • Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a DD-214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must also include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran's Affairs Office
- • Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties
- • Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran's Affairs Office
Benefits
- • ND State employment comes with a very competitive benefits package that includes retirement, paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, family health insurance with no monthly premium, and more!
- • One of two starting pay rates is selected based on your experience and education
- • The ND DOCR will train you and you will get paid while training!
- • Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family