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Correctional Officer
- Rapid City, South Dakota
- Pennington County, SD
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Correctional Officer
- Rapid City, South Dakota
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- Full Time
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Correctional Officer (RCMC)
- Rapid City, South Dakota
- State of South Dakota
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
Uncertified Deputy Sheriff
- Rapid City, South Dakota
- Custer County
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Security Patrol Officer - Flexible Shifts & Benefits
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Deputy Sheriff Scenic SD, Competitive Pay + Benefits
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- Public Safety
Certified Deputy Sheriff Proactive Community Patrol
- Rapid City, South Dakota
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- Public Safety
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- Innovative Concrete
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Correctional Officer - Juvenile Services
- Rapid City, South Dakota
- Pennington County, SD
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) Entry Level New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- Rapid City, South Dakota
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Federal Government
Entry-Level Customs and Border Protection Officer (GS-5/7)
- Rapid City, South Dakota
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Federal Government
Correctional Officer - Juvenile Services
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- GovernmentJobs.com
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- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
Tower-Based Air Traffic Controller
- Rapid City, South Dakota
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- Rapid City, South Dakota
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
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- Rapid City, South Dakota
- U.S. Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
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- Rapid City, South Dakota
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- Engineering
Culinary Specialist
- Rapid City, South Dakota
- U.S. Navy
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- Nutrition and Food Services
Culinary Specialist
- Rapid City, South Dakota
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Correctional Officer
- Rapid City, South Dakota 57701 United States
- Pennington County, SD
- Jun 27, 2026
- Full Time
Pennington County, SD

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- Full Time
- Jun 27, 2026
Job Description
Correctional Officer
The Pennington County Sheriff's Office in Rapid City, South Dakota is now accepting applications for Correctional Officers to join our team!
Position Functions

Perform security rounds during scheduled and unscheduled times. Use discretion to determine violations and unusual situations and direct the appropriate response. Document incidents, movement, rounds and inmate/detainee discipline.
Create and maintain a safe and secure cell block/pod atmosphere conducive to the respect of others.
Determine appropriate inmate/detainee disciplinary action. Make the decision on the corrective action to be imposed, notifying and enforcing with the inmate/detainee and documenting.
Initiate and monitor inmate/detainee movement, recognizing abnormal or inappropriate behavior. Restrain unruly inmates/detainees using force and restraining devices, using maneuvers as trained.
Determine classification of inmates/detainees to the appropriate housing unit and security level, to include review of previous behavior, criminal charges and other mitigating factors.
Respond to inmate/detainee mental health behaviors, to include determining risk factors for mental health intervention or implementing suicide precautions.
Read, comprehend, and process legal and non-legal documents, including medical instructions, commitment or release orders, summons, criminal statutes and other documents.
Communicate effectively and coherently with the public, staff, inmates/detainees, and in court or other formal settings with approved facility communication devices.
Attend and participate in shift briefings, division and department meetings, and required training to maintain certified status and related activities.
Perform related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Maintain compliance with all county policies and procedures.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.
Must be at least 20 years of age at the time of employment offer.
No felony convictions.
Must meet minimum hiring assessment standards, including physical agility, written examination, criminal and character background and physical and psychological examinations.
Successful completion of the in-house 120-hour academy training program.
Successful completion of the 240-hour Correctional Officer on-the-job training program.
Successful completion of the oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray certification and taser are required.

Additional Information
Working Environment:

Work is typically performed indoors in a correctional facility. This is a potentially volatile environment with high accountability.
This position may be exposed to contagious or infectious diseases or irritating chemicals.
Work requires the use of protective devices, such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.
This position will include close interaction with inmates/detainees.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively on the telephone, in person, and in writing.
Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, climb stairs, walk and sit.
Ability to periodically exert high levels of energy in the form of unarmed self-defense and lifting or moving more than 100 pounds.
Must be able to effectively communicate objectives and mediate disputes.
Must be able to handle high levels of stress while making prompt and effective decisions.
Ability to respond to emergent situations, including the ability to run, restrain aggressive or suicidal individuals and manipulate restraint tools.

Correctional Officer
The Pennington County Sheriff's Office in Rapid City, South Dakota is now accepting applications for Correctional Officers to join our team!
Position Functions

Perform security rounds during scheduled and unscheduled times. Use discretion to determine violations and unusual situations and direct the appropriate response. Document incidents, movement, rounds and inmate/detainee discipline.
Create and maintain a safe and secure cell block/pod atmosphere conducive to the respect of others.
Determine appropriate inmate/detainee disciplinary action. Make the decision on the corrective action to be imposed, notifying and enforcing with the inmate/detainee and documenting.
Initiate and monitor inmate/detainee movement, recognizing abnormal or inappropriate behavior. Restrain unruly inmates/detainees using force and restraining devices, using maneuvers as trained.
Determine classification of inmates/detainees to the appropriate housing unit and security level, to include review of previous behavior, criminal charges and other mitigating factors.
Respond to inmate/detainee mental health behaviors, to include determining risk factors for mental health intervention or implementing suicide precautions.
Read, comprehend, and process legal and non-legal documents, including medical instructions, commitment or release orders, summons, criminal statutes and other documents.
Communicate effectively and coherently with the public, staff, inmates/detainees, and in court or other formal settings with approved facility communication devices.
Attend and participate in shift briefings, division and department meetings, and required training to maintain certified status and related activities.
Perform related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Maintain compliance with all county policies and procedures.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.
Must be at least 20 years of age at the time of employment offer.
No felony convictions.
Must meet minimum hiring assessment standards, including physical agility, written examination, criminal and character background and physical and psychological examinations.
Successful completion of the in-house 120-hour academy training program.
Successful completion of the 240-hour Correctional Officer on-the-job training program.
Successful completion of the oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray certification and taser are required.

Additional Information
Working Environment:

Work is typically performed indoors in a correctional facility. This is a potentially volatile environment with high accountability.
This position may be exposed to contagious or infectious diseases or irritating chemicals.
Work requires the use of protective devices, such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.
This position will include close interaction with inmates/detainees.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively on the telephone, in person, and in writing.
Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, climb stairs, walk and sit.
Ability to periodically exert high levels of energy in the form of unarmed self-defense and lifting or moving more than 100 pounds.
Must be able to effectively communicate objectives and mediate disputes.
Must be able to handle high levels of stress while making prompt and effective decisions.
Ability to respond to emergent situations, including the ability to run, restrain aggressive or suicidal individuals and manipulate restraint tools.
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Pennington County, SD

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Explore positions across a wide range of fields and take the first step toward a rewarding future in public service.
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