Correctional Officer I-Juvenile

Salary : $26.89 Hourly

Location : Rapid City, SD

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 01331

Department : Sheriff's Office

Division : Juvenile Services Center

Opening Date : 02 / 06 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 28 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Mountain

Position Description

The Pennington County Sheriff's Office, located in Rapid City, South Dakota and the beautiful Black Hills, is accepting applications for Correctional Officers to serve in our adult and juvenile correction facilities. Correctional officers serve a vital role in providing a safe and secure environment for staff and inmates.

New hire classes start regularly, apply now!

GREAT WAGES! Starting Pay is $26.89!

GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE!

Paid Time Off : 80hrs of vacation with increased accrual rates after 4yrs of service, 11 paid holidays each year, and 96hrs of sick leave accrual each year with end of career payout options.

Comprehensive Insurance Package : Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance, AFLAC Supplemental Options, $20,000 County-paid Life Insurance with additional optional coverage

Retirement : SDRS pension program that provides income throughout retirement with early retirement options, 8% county contribution match, fully vested after 3 years of contribution!

PAID TRAINING! We will train you to be successful at your job! Classroom and on-the-job training that prepares you for success. This position also qualifies for Post-9 / 11 GI Bill OJT.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT & READINESS! Through the training and experience gained working at the WSDJSC, our Correctional Officers have gone on to work in various public safety and law enforcement roles.

Position Functions

CONSIDER A CAREER IN PENNINGTON COUNTY CORRECTIONS!

Are you looking for a career in Corrections, Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice? The Pennington County Sheriff's Office is seeking Correctional Officer applicants to serve in our juvenile and adult correctional facilities. This position starts at $26.89 per hour with overtime opportunities.

JSC Correctional Officers supervise day-to-day activities of juvenile detainees and assist with programming while ensuring safety and security. The successful applicant will role model appropriate behavior by treating all with dignity and respect, encouraging positive behavior, and adhering to JSC procedures and protocol. Please visit our to learn more about our operations.

This is a position that requires a high level of multi-tasking skills, integrity, good physical fitness, and the ability to communicate well both written and verbally.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Correctional Officer Physical Ability Test : The PCSO COPAT is an obstacle course that is a logical and rational mechanism designed to simulate the readiness of mobility and endurance which may be required during a regular post assignment or emergency response.

Age : Successful candidates must be 20 years of age

Education : HS Diploma or GED required

Experience : None required

License / Certification : SD Driver's License (within 90 days of moving to SD)

Criminal History : No felony conviction, no misdemeanor convictions in the last 3 years

No federally illegal drug use within 1 year.

Additional Information

• Paid On-the-Job Training
• Advancement Opportunities
• South Dakota State Retirement System, 8% employer match, fully vested after 3 years
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 80 Paid Vacation Hours after the first year / 120 Paid Vacation Hours after the second year
• 80 Paid Sick Hours
• Bereavement Leave
• Time and a Half Working Pay on Holidays
• Overtime Opportunities
• Time of Service Bonuses
• Post 9 / 11 GI Bill
• 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 Insurance Coverage
• AFLAC Supplemental Insurance Options
• Connections Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite Gym
• YMCA Discounts
• Wellness Offerings and Employee Incentive Challenges
• Chaplain Program
• Employee Referral Program

Pennington County Benefit Summary

The following is a summary of benefits available to full-time and part-time benefited employees of Pennington County.

Heath Care Program

Health - Pennington County has a self-funded health care program for employees and their dependents. Health Insurance and Prescription Drug is covered through Wellmark (Blue Cross Blue Shield). Two plans are offered : a traditional PPO plan with co-pay structure and a high deductible plan with higher deductible / out-of-pocket maximums.

Dental - Dental coverage is provided through Delta Dental of South Dakota. 100% of usual and customary charges for preventive and diagnostic procedures are covered, after a $50 deductible per individual / $150 per family. Routine and restorative procedures, endodontics, periodontics, and major services are covered at 50%. There is an annual maximum of $1000 per individual. Orthodontics are not covered under this plan.

Prescription - The Health care program includes retail and mail order (90-day supply) prescription coverage, both requiring an affordable co-pay. Co-pays do not accumulate toward satisfaction of the deductible or co-insurance limit.

Note : Health care program coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following one complete month of employment. The program is available for employees and their dependents.

Life Insurance

Pennington County provides a $20,000 basic life insurance policy for every benefited employee. Optional supplemental life insurance can be purchased for employee, spouse, and dependent children.

Employee Assistance Program

Pennington County employees and family members may receive counseling services for issues relating to financial difficulties, marital and family distress, emotional problems, and alcohol or drug abuse. Generally speaking, as many as three visits annually are provided at no charge. Services are confidential.

Retirement Plan

Pennington County is a member of the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS). The employee contributes 6% (8% for public safety) of gross wages. The contribution is matched by the County. Upon separation from employment with Pennington County, individuals who are fully vested in SDRS (three years of contributory service) have the right to receive a monthly lifetime retirement benefit at retirement age.

Employees may choose to save additional funds toward retirement on a pre-tax basis through the SDRS supplemental retirement program. Other SDRS benefits include long term disability, family, and spouse benefits.

Supplemental Insurance

AFLAC offers various supplemental insurance policies for employees and family members. These policies are portable and guaranteed renewable. Premiums are deducted from payroll.

Paid Time Off

Vacation - Vacation time accrues per pay period at the rate of 3.077 hours for new employees with incremental increases based on years of service. Maximum hours of accumulation apply.

Sick Leave - Sick leave accrues at the rate of 3.077 hours per pay period. Employees may use up to 80 hours of available sick leave annually for other designated reasons. Sick leave separation benefits are available after 10 years of employment.

Holidays - Employees are eligible for up to 11 paid holidays per year.

All Paid Time Off benefits are prorated based on the number of hours worked or benefit time taken in a pay period for all benefited employees.

This summary is for general information only. Employees have access to complete and detailed policies, procedures, or summary plan descriptions for all benefits cited.

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

This position requires you to be at least 20-years of age.Are you at least 20-years of age?

Do you have a valid driver's license? If yes, please list license number, state issued, and expiration date.

Have you used any federally illegal drugs in the past year? If yes, please explain.

Required Question

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