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Are you looking for a career that is challenging, meaningful, and centered around making a positive impact? Do you thrive in roles where every day brings purpose, teamwork, and the chance to help others build healthier futures? If so, the ND Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCR) invites you to join our team at the North Dakota State Penitentiary (NDSP).
At NDSP, Corrections Officers play a critical role in supporting safety, rehabilitation, and positive change. Our ideal team members are confident, assertive, dependable, and guided by integrity. Officers rely on strong judgment and thorough training to remain calm in emergencies, maintain situational awareness, communicate effectively, and collaborate closely with their team. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply!
What It's Like to Work at NDSP
NDSP is a secure and professional environment built on teamwork, respect, and our commitment to the DOCR vision: healthy and productive neighbors, a safe North Dakota.
Working here means you become part of a high-performing team that values safety, wellness, and professional growth. NDSP offers several unique perks to support employees, including:
What You'll Do
As a Corrections Officer, you will:
What You Need to Apply
No experience? No problem - we provide all the training you need, and you'll be paid while you learn. Starting pay is determined by your experience and education.
Candidates who are North Dakota residents and eligible for veteran's preference must upload a DD-214. Those claiming disabled veteran's preference must also provide a current statement of disabled status from the VA.
State Employee Benefits
ND state employment includes a highly competitive benefits package:
Join a career where you'll make a difference every single day. Apply now to start your journey with NDSP and the ND DOCR.
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.
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:
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.
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.
