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Job ID: 29643
Agency: Department of Corrections - Mike Durfee State Prison
Location: Springfield
Pay Grade: GH-H
Salary: $23.00 to $30.00 per hour, depending on experience
Closing Date: 12/25/2024

This is a Full-Time 40 Hour Weekly position with the Department of Corrections. For more information on the Department of Corrections, please visit

This position will assist in maintaining the network of inmate computers that are available for inmate use at the various work and learning sites at the Mike Durfee State Prison. Also, assist with the following:

• General understanding of electronics.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows with the ability to troubleshoot and diagnose issues in systems that do not fall under BIT such as legal typing pc’s, body scanner pc’s and PI systems not controlled by BIT.
• Will need a working knowledge of analog and digital IP camera functionality and be able to install, replace and troubleshoot when cameras stop functioning. This includes cable and power supply troubleshooting.
• Will need a good working knowledge of Department of Corrections technology currently in use and the ability to learn future systems.
• Current systems include:
• • milestone video management;
  • Gallagher security access;
  • Torus Key lockers;
  • Adani body scanners;
  • Kenwood digital radios and KAS-20 software;
  • Nice Systems radio traffic recording system;
  • Detekion Security Systems for fence detection; and
  • Guard 1 Plus Rounds tracking.
• Will need to be able to work well with vendors for service and installation projects and report on progress and issues.
• Must be able to learn and adapt quickly to new technology to program and setup new systems as they are acquired.

Install and maintain security cameras:

• maintenance of the Milestone security camera software/system;
• troubleshoot and diagnose issues in technology systems that do not fall under BIT;
• maintain Adani Body Scanner system;
• complete quarterly audits of inmate computers;
• submit and monitor BIT work orders;
• escort and supervise contractors entering facility;
• job duties and responsibilities would be for MDSP and YCWC; and
• other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• broadcast equipment;
• electronics maintenance techniques, terminology, and principles;
• electronic test equipment;
• FCC rules and regulations; and
• operation and maintenance of communications equipment and systems.

Ability to:

• accurately diagnose technical problems;
• select most effective methods of repair;
• communicate effectively;
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and client agencies; and
• interpret and follow agency policies and procedures.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online:
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us


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