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Jail Operations Administrative Support Specialist

Cass County Government
Fargo, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 8/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/27/2031

Are you highly observant and aware of your surroundings? Do you enjoy helping others and having variety in your workdays? Can you think on your feet and solve problems as they arise? If YES, then Cass County invites you to join us in Fargo, ND as a full-time Jail Operations Administrative Support Specialist.

Play an essential role for our county government while earning $44,396 - $48,620/year and enjoying terrific benefits and perks like:

  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Optional spouse insurance
  • Pension
  • Vacation and sick time
  • Optional overtime bonus pay
  • Great job security

Plus, this entry-level position receives training to help you get more comfortable with the facility and control processes. Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

JAIL OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SPECIALIST QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation process
  • Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and professionally
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and act ethically
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Valid driver's license
  • High school diploma or equivalent

WHAT TO EXPECT

You work rotating shifts, including holidays on your assigned schedule, some weekends, and some evenings until 10:00 pm.

As our entry-level Jail Operations Administrative Support Specialist, you provide invaluable assistance to ensure seamless, efficient workdays. This is a non-security position, and you don't have to worry about directly supervising inmates. Instead, you're helping out behind the scenes to keep our facility running smoothly. Your responsibilities include administering medication to inmates, assisting with facility deliveries and logistics, and supporting internal functions.

Collaborating with facility staff, including security, medical, administrative, and nursing teams, you help out wherever needed. We provide training to help you learn security controls, court records management, and security protocols. You document your work, inform nurses about adverse medication reactions, and closely follow safety guidelines to prevent any incidents. In case of emergencies, you jump in to help however you can.

WHO WE ARE

For over 150 years, Cass County has been serving the needs and protecting the interests of our residents. As the most populous county in North Dakota, we're proud to maintain an environment where people can live happy, healthy lives. With a sheriff's office that includes a jail, court security, and court services, as well as life-saving special projects like search and rescue and snowmobile patrol, our residents can trust us to keep them safe. We offer excellent growth opportunities and the ability to make a positive difference. If you want to build a rewarding career giving back to your community, join us!

HOW TO APPLY

Build a rewarding career with Cass County! Join us in this entry-level role by filling out our initial application today!

Salary : $44,396 - $48,620

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