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Inmate Security Officer

Job in Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota, 57700, USA
Listing for: Pennington County
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-04-23
Job specializations:
  • Security
    Government Security, Government Agency
  • Government
    Government Security, Government Agency
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 21.22 USD Hourly USD 21.22 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Pennington County Sheriff's Office, located in Rapid City, South Dakota, is accepting applications for Inmate Security Officers to serve in our adult jail facility. Inmate Security Officers serve a vital role in providing a safe and secure environment for staff and inmates.

Inmate Security Officers assigned to the Pennington County Jail are staffed between 10pm and 7am based on operational needs.

GREAT WAGES! Starting Pay is $21.22 per hour.

FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE! Vacation and Sick Leave, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, state pension program with income throughout retirement!

PAID TRAINING! We will train you to be successful at your job!

CAREER ADVANCEMENT & READINESS! This position often advances into a Correctional Officer position.

Position Functions for Full-Time Inmate Security Officer
  • Performing security rounds during scheduled and unscheduled times. Using discretion to determine violations, unusual situations, and directing the appropriate response.
  • Initiating and monitoring inmate movement.
  • Attending to the needs of inmates in assigned areas including responding to inmate inquiries as directed.
  • Distributing authorized items to inmates.
  • Being alert and prepared to respond with force in an emergent situation, and to aid others as outlined in policy.
  • Understanding and enforcement of the Prison Rape Elimination Act Federal Standards.
  • Using discretion in responding to inmate requests.
  • Responding to emergencies, including medical emergencies.
  • Responding to inmate mental health behaviors to include determining risk factors for mental health intervention or implementing suicide precautions.
  • Documenting incidents, movement, rounds, and inmate discipline.
  • Performing person, property, and facility searches.
  • Facilitating inmate movement as directed.
  • Operating department computer programs; dictating and/or typing reports.
  • Assisting with cell block operational tasks as needed.
  • Minimum Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • At least 19 years of age for Full-Time Positions.
  • Preference will be given to those with military, public safety, and/or security experience.
  • Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screen.
  • No felony convictions.
  • Benefits for Both Positions Include:
  • Paid On-the-Job Training.
  • Advancement Opportunities.
  • Uniforms provided.
  • South Dakota State Retirement System, 6% employer match, vested after 3 years.
  • 11 Paid Holidays Annually.
  • 80 Paid Vacation Hours after the first year/120 Paid Vacation Hours after the second year.
  • 80 Paid Sick Hours Annually.
  • Bereavement Leave.
  • Time and a Half Working Pay on Holidays and Overtime Opportunities.
  • Time of Service Bonuses.
  • Federal Student Aid Forgiveness.
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance Plans with HSA Option.
  • Blues 365 Discount Program.
  • Dental Insurance & Vision Insurance.
  • $20,000 employer-paid employee life insurance coverage.
  • Voluntary Life Coverage.
  • AFLAC Supplemental Insurance Options.
  • Connections Employee Assistance Program.
  • Onsite Gym.
  • YMCA Discounts.
  • Wellness Offerings and Employee Incentive Challenges.
  • Chaplain Program.
  • Employee Referral Program.
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