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The mission of the ND Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCR) is transforming lives, influencing change, strengthening community. To accomplish this mission, the DOCR utilizes more than 100 different job classifications or types of work. Our employees provide many different services to a diverse correctional population of juveniles and adults, such as therapeutic rehabilitation, medical care, physical plant services, education, information technology, and a variety of correctional security and law enforcement jobs responsible for security and management of individuals in the custody of the DOCR.

Visit to learn more about the Justice Reinvestment Initiative.

**For the safety of our employees and those considering employment with the ND DOCR, we are currently conducting all interviews virtually. In addition, our onboarding process has changed and new hire onboarding is at least partially completed remotely. As we monitor the pandemic, these arrangements may change and we will update accordingly.

Visit our North Dakota State website to find your DOCR calling! Once on the Join Team ND - Find Your Calling page, select "Search for All Careers", then under the Agency section, select "Corrections & Rehab". An online application must be submitted to be considered for any DOCR job posting.

Visit our North Dakota State website to learn more about State Employee Benefits.

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The DOCR invests in our employees and helps to achieve career goals.
  • Training
    • The DOCR provides valuable job specific training for our employees!
  • Promotional Opportunities
    • The DOCR promotes from within for many supervisory and management positions.
  • Job Stability
    • Corrections is a key component of the criminal justice system.
  • Veterans Welcome!
    • The DOCR recognizes the training, skills, discipline, and team-oriented nature of our nation’s veterans. The DOCR awards veterans preference in accordance with state and federal law and encourages all veterans to consider a career in corrections.
  • Internships Available
Other Important Resources for Future DOCR Employees
  • DOCR Employee Handbook
  • DOCR New Employee Orientation
    • New employee orientation is held the first day of employment in Bismarck at the DOCR Central Office on the ND State Penitentiary grounds.
    • On day one of employment, you must bring the following.
      • Federal law mandates that ND DOCR human resources officials view original (not copies of) acceptable documents on the first day of employment in order to verify eligibility to work in the United States.
      • You must bring this documentation with you on the first day of employment.
      • All employees hired by the State of ND shall have wages paid with direct deposit in the financial institution of the employee’s choice.
      • You must bring a voided check or bank verification document for the account number you wish to have your funds deposited into. A deposit slip is not acceptable.
      • If you have any questions about these mandatory documents, please contact the DOCR Payroll Office at 701.328.6105.

 

DOCR Recruitment Resources
  • Rick Peterson,  and Missouri River Correctional Center (MRCC) recruiting and Rough Rider Industries (RRI) recruiting
  • Cheryl Dewald, James River Correctional Center (JRCC) recruiting
  • Alexis Archambault, Youth Correctional Center (YCC), Heart River Correctional Center (HRCC), and North Dakota State Penitentiary (NDSP) correctional officer recruiting
  • Shannon Riggle, North Dakota State Penitentiary (NDSP) recruiting
  • Brian Miller, Parole and Probation and Transitional Planning Services recruiting
  • Dan Weising, Division of Juvenile Services (DJS) recruiting, Youth Correctional Center (YCC) recruiting, and Heart River Correctional Center (HRCC)
  • Travis Engelhardt, DOCR Leadership recruiting
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Addiction Counselor Trainee Intern

Closing Date: 03/24/2023
Location: Bismarck

The individual will work as a team member in a group setting within the Treatment Department. The position requires a holistic approach to health care service with emphasis on health…

DOCR General Counsel

Closing Date: 03/24/2023
Location: Bismarck

Provide general legal counsel for the ND DOCR, including its Division of Adult and Juvenile Services. This encompasses all four adult state prison facilities, prison industries, adult parole…

Security Safety Manager

Closing Date: 03/27/2023
Location: Mandan

The Safety and Security Manager is responsible for managing security and safety operations for a secure residential/correctional setting. Minimum Qualifications Requires a Bachelor's…

Office Assistant III

Closing Date: 03/28/2023
Location: Jamestown

Work at this level involves a variety of complex office support duties of a clerical and/or secretarial nature that includes completion of several steps; analysis of data to identify facts and…

RN or LPN Sign on Bonus

Closing Date: 03/29/2023
Location: Jamestown

The individual will work as a team member in an infirmary/clinic setting and within the Medical and Psychiatric Service Program. The position requires a holistic approach to health care…

Residential Treatment Agent I

Closing Date: 03/31/2023
Location: Mandan

Work activities involve providing supervision, security, instruction, habilitation, and assistance to adult women in attaining treatment goals within a correctional facility. Minimum…

Juvenile Institutional Resident Specialist

Closing Date: 03/31/2023
Location: Mandan

Work activities involve providing supervision, security, instruction and assistance to juveniles in attaining treatment goals within a juvenile correctional facility. Minimum Qualifications…

Warden Transitional Facilities

Closing Date: 04/02/2023
Location: Bismarck

Job responsibilities include: Serve as Warden in Transitional Facilities by monitoring the disciplinary process, safety, and security of the resident population. Direct the development and…

Office Assistant III

Closing Date: 04/03/2023
Location: Bismarck

Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED and minimum one-year experience in office support, customer service, help-desk or call center, or an associates degree in Business or Office…

Drug Court Coordinator Assistant

Closing Date: 04/03/2023
Location: Bismarck

Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and 60 college credits applicable to a bachelors degree in behavioral science is preferred. The appointing authority shall designate…

Human Relations Counselor / Family Therapist

Closing Date: 04/03/2023
Location: Minot

The therapist is responsible for providing Brief Strategic Family Therapy services for families where a child or children are at risk of out-of-home placement. With a focus on family…

Direct Care Associate

Closing Date: 04/03/2023
Location: Jamestown

You will provide direct care, assistance, and/or training to individuals in special populations. Work is performed under general supervision and will involve providing for the care and welfare…

Juvenile Corrections Specialist

Closing Date: 04/04/2023
Location: Minot

Work involves providing case management services for juvenile offenders under the jurisdiction of the Division of Juvenile Services. Additional case management of young adults up to 24 years…

Parole and Probation Officer II

Closing Date: 04/05/2023
Location: Bismarck

This position provides direct supervision to individuals placed on parole or probation. This includes completing intakes on clients, developing case plans, and overall management of the…

Correctional Officer II MRCC

Closing Date: 04/05/2023
Location: Bismarck

The Missouri River Correctional Center (MRCC) is looking for individuals who are confident, assertive, independent, and act with integrity. MRCC is a minimun security prison with an open campus…

Parole and Probation Intern

Closing Date: 04/06/2023
Location: State-Wide

Interns will gain a broad knowledge of the North Dakota legal system regadring parole and probation. They will gain an understanding of the circumstances why individuals are placed on parole…

Systems Mechanic II

Closing Date: 04/07/2023
Location: Bismarck

Individuals at this level perform routine work in the maintenance and repair of HVAC&R systems and/or power plant equipment. Minimum Qualifications Requires a high school diploma or…

NDSP Correctional Officer

Closing Date: 04/11/2023
Location: Bismarck

Equal Opportunity Employer 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…

Correctional Officer JRCC

Closing Date: 04/17/2023
Location: Jamestown

Equal Opportunity Employer 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…
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