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Part-Time Correctional Officer

Job in Elk Point, Union County, South Dakota, 57025, USA
Listing for: Union County
Part Time position
Listed on 2026-02-07
Job specializations:
  • Security
    Security Guard
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 20 - 23 USD Hourly USD 20.00 23.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Elk Point

Overview

Begin your Law Enforcement Career by becoming a Correctional Officer for the Union County Sheriff's Office. Our facility is 24/7 and houses up to 52 inmates. Our Correctional Officers are the moderators and guardians of the facility.

This position involves direct supervision and wellbeing of inmates in the jail, ensures that all jail procedures are carefully followed and monitored, resolves inmate complaints/requests within procedural guidelines, and performs other duties as assigned.

Correctional Officers are responsible for all jail operations which include but are not limited to the following;

  • In-processing & out-processing inmates
  • Keeping record of all money and property brought in by an arrestee
  • Administer inmate medications as prescribed
  • Ensure the well-being of inmates
  • Serving meals to inmates
  • Monitor the security and safety of the facility
  • Work with civilians including inmates families
  • Maintain digital and physical files
  • Assist with taking civilian fingerprints
  • Monitor security cameras
  • Handle and create some legal documents
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the facility

Correctional officers must have the ability to multi-task & communicate with co-workers and supervisors effectively. Applicants must have basic computer skills. Applicants must be reliable and willing to work various shifts as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs
  • Must be able to pass a criminal and employment background check
  • Possess a valid Driver License
  • Must be 18 or older with no domestic violence history
  • Must have a high school diploma
  • Must be able to work a variety of shifts including night, weekends, and holidays
  • Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Attend and complete in-house training

This role requires a dedicated individual who can work under pressure while ensuring the safety of all individuals within the correctional environment.

Expected hours

up to 20 hours per week

Starting Pay

$20-23 per hour (depending on experience) + shift differential for evening and overnight shifts.

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