Security Staff

Security Staff

The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation, and Empowerment. If you are looking for a meaningful career where you can make a lasting impact in your community, the Montana DOC is the place for you.

The Flathead Valley Reentry Center is the first DOC-owned and operated prerelease center in Montana, playing a vital role in transforming the future of corrections. This innovative facility provides structure, accountability, and support to help residents successfully transition back into their communities.

We are making generational changes at the DOC — and we're looking for dedicated professionals to help build the future of corrections in Montana.

Security Staff are responsible for maintaining the safety and security of residents, staff, visitors, and the public while supporting rehabilitation and successful reentry efforts. In this role, you will supervise adult male felons in the custody of the Flathead Valley Reentry Center and contribute to the safe, orderly, and effective operation of the facility.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Conducting facility, grounds, and offender inspections and searches
• Monitoring security operations and maintaining situational awareness
• Preparing reports, disciplinary documentation, counts, and logs
• Operating security and surveillance equipment
• Recognizing and responding to critical behavior and emergencies
• Restraining and controlling offenders when necessary
• Conducting substance use testing
• Supervising offender movement inside and outside the facility
• Assisting with transportation duties
• Overseeing janitorial and housekeeping assignments completed by residents
• Supporting facility entrance security and first aid response

At the Montana Department of Corrections, your work matters. Every day, you'll have the opportunity to positively influence lives, strengthen communities, and contribute to meaningful changes across Montana.

If you're ready for a challenging and rewarding career with purpose, apply today and help us shape the future of corrections in Montana.

The hourly rate of this position will increase by $1.00 per hour or 2.5%, whichever is greater, effective July 1, 2026, in accordance with HB13.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license are required.
• One year of experience in a security-related field is preferred.
• A background check including criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries will be required prior to being hired.

Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Benefits

Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits. State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Application Instructions

Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application. To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a "Relevant File". In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

Successful applicants will be subject to:

• Criminal history check
• Child/patient/offender abuse registries
• Reference checks

The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here.

Notices

Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) - Any person who has 1) engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution; 2) been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or 3) been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in activity as described in the latter, are not qualified for this position.

Tobacco Free - The use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections buildings. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.