Build a career with purpose at the Idaho Department of Correction. Every role at IDOC plays a part in creating safer communities and changing lives. Whether you are 18 years old and just starting out or you are an experienced professional seeking a new challenge, we offer opportunities in a wide range of security and non-security careers. At IDOC, you will find competitive pay, excellent benefits, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to make a lasting positive impact on our communities and those we supervise.
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IDOC is an equal opportunity employer.
Advancement Opportunities
Your career doesn’t have to stop with your first position. Many of our leaders started in entry-level roles and advanced through training, mentorships, and professional development. At IDOC, we’re committed to helping our employees grow.
Benefits at a Glance
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit Idaho’s Department of Human Resources website.
Inside the Facilities
Advancement Opportunities
IDOC provides staff with not only paid training to do their job but also the opportunities to grow personally and professionally by becoming a trainer, joining a specialty response team, or participating in our Courageous Leadership academy and the Idaho’s Certified Public Manager program.
Probation & Parole Positions
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Probation and Parole Officer, Seniors employ a balance of principles related to counseling, case management, and law enforcement to ensure the safety of our communities and clients who are on adult felony probation and parole. Trained in the principles of evidence-based practices, Probation and Parole Officers build rapport with clients and utilize community resources to assist clients in moving toward long-term behavioral change.
There are job opportunities available in the following locations:
- District 1 – Coeur d’Alene
- District 2 – Lewiston
- District 3 – Caldwell
- District 4 – Boise
- District 5 – Twin Falls
- District 6 – Pocatello
- District 7 – Idaho Falls
Probation & Parole Officer Duties
Probation & Parole Officers encompass community protection, accountability, facilitation of rehabilitation and partnerships to help our clients succeed. Probation & Parole ensures that officers are trained and we continue to look at new resources and education to provide the best service possible.
While public attention often focuses on prisons, the majority of those placed in IDOC custody are supervised in the community and are not incarcerated.
Community supervision and interventions are more cost effective than prison for lower-risk clients. The focus for Probation and Parole is to lower risk through treatment and programming.
Duties
Clients on probation or parole, living in our neighborhoods and working in our local businesses, require supervision and guidance to keep them focused on the goal of overcoming the criminogenic factors that involved them in the criminal justice system.
Probation and Parole Officers assist clients in meeting this goal and enforcing individual requirements set forth by courts and the Commission of Pardons & Parole.
Officers are required to assess the individual risk of clients and assign them to an appropriate supervision level. Probation and Parole Officer duties include:
- conducting home visits,
- curfew checks and employment verifications,
- coordination of services with treatment providers,
- collection of cost of supervision and restitution payments,
- testifying in court proceedings,
- investigating alleged violations,
- filing reports of violation with the court or the Commission of Pardons & Parole.
Training
Probation and Parole Officers receive specialized training at the Peace Officer Standards and Training Academy. Once Probation and Parole Officers successfully complete academy, they are POST-certified Peace Officers for the State of Idaho.
Probation and Parole Officers also participate in quarterly training in a variety of areas, including safety protocols, firearms, arrest techniques, policy reviews and other related topics.
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Maintenance Career Opportunities
Maintenance, HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical Career Opportunities
IDOC is a robust agency with career options in a variety of fields including: maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical. These positions are vital in ensuring our facilities, equipment, and systems are running properly and efficiently.
You can put your trade skills to use in an environment where it can make a difference! These positions play an important role in incarcerated resident rehabilitation. By guiding, training, and mentoring residents in trade work, you can make a real difference in their lives.
Check out our current openings and apply today.
Internship Opportunities
Idaho Department of Correction offers internship opportunities with experienced staff in the following areas:
- Drug and Alcohol Counselors
- Presentence Investigators
- Probation & Parole Officers
- Administrative Support
- Fiscal
- Correctional Case Managers
- Information Technology
- Human Resources
- Instructors and Tutors
Current Internship Openings
- Probation and Parole Officer
- Presentence Investigator
- Human Resource Assistant
- Religious Activities Assistant
- Research Analyst Assistant
- Website Assistant
Eligibility Criteria for all internships
- Enrollment in a post-high school academic program
- At least 18 years of age
- Successfully pass an IDOC background investigation*
- Internships in POST certified positions require the intern meet POST minimum standards for Certification
Felonies, misdemeanors, illegal drug use, probation of any kind, or adverse driving convictions may make you ineligible for participation in the IDOC internship program.
Presentence Investigator Intern
All current openings are unpaid.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be a current student in a post-high school academic program. Must be at least 18 years of age and able to successfully complete and pass background check. Must possess basic computer skills in MS Word, MS Excel and email applications, have good written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to work effectively as a team.
Felonies, misdemeanors, probation of any kind in the last 12 months, illegal drug use and/or certain driving convictions may disqualify you from participation in the internship program.
District 3 – Caldwell
Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week, negotiable
Site Coordinator: Dennis Cochems email: dcochems@idoc.idaho.gov
Learning Opportunities: Data entry in Correctional Integrated System and Presentence Investigations computer modules to include biographical data, criminal history, employment history, collateral contact interview information. Obtain information from outside agencies pertaining to individuals who have been convicted of a felony but have not yet been sentenced, conduct court referrals for evaluations.
District 4 – Boise & Surrounding Areas
Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week, negotiable
Site Coordinator: Tazmin Creel tcreel@idoc.idaho.gov
Learning Opportunities: Data entry in CIS and PSI computer modules to include biographical data, criminal history, employment history, collateral contact interview information. Obtain information from outside agencies pertaining to individuals who have been convicted of a felony but have not yet been sentenced, conduct court referrals for evaluations.
District 5 – Twin Falls/Burley
Schedule: Minimum 10 hours per week
Site Coordinator: Gina Hart Email: ghart@idoc.idaho.gov
Learning Opportunities: Data entry in the Correctional Integrated System and Presentence Investigations, computer modules to include biographical data, criminal history, employment history, collateral contact interview information. Obtain information from outside agencies pertaining to individuals who have been convicted of a felony but have not yet been sentenced, conduct court referrals for evaluations, observe and practice interviewing skills.
Probation & Parole Officer Intern
All current openings are unpaid.
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a post-high school academic program related to the desired major for the internship with approval from an instructor to participate in an internship
- At least 18 years of age
- Successfully pass a background investigation
- Basic computer skills in MS Word, MS Excel and email applications
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Work effectively as a member of a team
Felonies, misdemeanors, probation of any kind in the last 12 months, illegal drug use and/or certain driving convictions may disqualify you from participation in the internship program.
Desired Majors: Criminal Justice, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology
District 1 – Coeur d’Alene
Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week – Negotiable
Site Coordinator: Jeff Schraeder Email: jschraed@idoc.idaho.gov
Learning Opportunities: Entry in Correctional Integrated System to include substance abuse tests, monthly reports, collateral contacts, employment verifications, community service hours, etc. Complete face sheets and obtain information from outside agencies pertaining to clients under Idaho Department of Correction supervision.
District 2 – Lewiston, Moscow, Orofino
Schedule: Minimum of 15 hours per week and/or 150 Hours total
Site Coordinator: Summer Overberg Phone: (208) 748-5014 Email: soverber@idoc.idaho.gov
Get a real life look at how Probation and Parole works in Idaho to see if this is a field in which you may be interested in building a career.
Learning Opportunities: Observe interaction between Probation and Parole Officers and clients during home and office visits, read and learn IDOC policy, learn to use the Corrections Integrated System, and ride along during home visits. Assist Probation and Parole Officers with documentation including writing reports.
District 3 – Caldwell and Payette
Schedule: Negotiable
Site Coordinator: Oscar Arguello Email: jarguell@idoc.idaho.gov
Learning Opportunities: Student will be assigned to a senior Probation and Parole Officer who will train and orient them in the basic duties of their job. The student will also have the opportunity to train with the Drug Court Officer, the Sex Offender Officer, Pre-Sentence Investigator, and Drug and Alcohol Rehab Specialist to learn the unique responsibilities of those positions.
District 4 Boise & Surrounding Areas
Schedule: Hours dependent on credits
Site Coordinator: Makayla Martinez Email: makamart@idoc.idaho.gov
Learning Opportunities: Student will have the opportunity to train and assist in the duties of a Probation and Parole Officer including confirming appointments, observing one-on-one contact with clients during office visits, treatment classes, home visits, arrests, and court appearances.
District 5 – Twin Falls/Burley
Schedule: Minimum 10 hours per week
Site Coordinator: Gina Hart Email: ghart@idoc.idaho.gov
Learning Opportunities: Case management, data entry, monitor compliance of a client’s probation and parole, responsibilities to the courts, parole hearings, drug testing and motivational interviewing, collateral contacts with outside agencies pertaining to clients under Idaho Department of Correction supervision.
District 6 – Pocatello
Schedule: Minimum 10 hours per week
Site Coordinator: Stacie Clark Email: sclark@idoc.idaho.gov
Learning Opportunities: Case management, data entry, monitor compliance of a client’s probation and parole, responsibilities to the courts, parole hearings, drug testing and motivational interviewing, collateral contacts with outside agencies pertaining to clients under Idaho Department of Correction supervision.
District 7 – Idaho Falls & Surrounding Areas
Schedule: Negotiable
Site Coordinator: Emily Smith Email: emismith@idoc.idaho.gov
Learning Opportunities: Case management, data entry, monitor compliance of a client’s probation and parole, responsibilities of the officer to the courts, parole hearings, drug testing and motivational interviewing.
Research Analyst Assistant Intern
All current openings are unpaid.
Minimum Qualifications
4th year of an undergraduate program in social science with some experience with SPSS software and research methods.
Felonies, misdemeanors, probation of any kind in the last 12 months, illegal drug use and/or certain driving convictions may disqualify you from participation in the internship program.
Location: Central Office – Boise
Schedule: Up to 20 hours a week, negotiable
Site Coordinator: Janeena White Email: jawhite@idoc.idaho.gov
Learning Opportunities: Assist research personnel to increase the functionality of the Idaho Department of Correction data warehouse by mapping out tables currently uploaded to the IDOC data warehouse and help identify variables that can be used to link tables. Create reports for various audiences including case managers, IDOC Leadership and policymakers.
Religious Activities Assistant
All current openings are unpaid.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be of at least junior status in a post-high school academic program and at least 18 years of age and successfully complete a background check. Must possess basic computer skills in MS Word, MS Excel and email applications. Must have good written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work effectively as a team and experience with research methods including internet and print resources. Good organizational skills and the ability ask questions for clarification but work independently. Some basic knowledge of various Christian and non-Christian based religions. Must be able to work with an unbiased attitude towards all world religions.
Felonies, misdemeanors, probation of any kind in the last 12 months, illegal drug use and/or certain driving convictions may disqualify you from participation in the internship program.
Location: ISCI – Boise
Learning Opportunities: Research other state and federal religious handbooks and policies and assist in developing a religious handbook for Idaho to be used by staff and volunteers at Idaho Department of Correction.
Schedule: Minimum of 10 hours per week and/or 150 hours total
Correctional Officer Duties
What do Correctional Officers do?
Correctional Officers are the Division of Prison’s front-line employees. Working in the institutions, they are involved in the day to day operations of the prison. Searching cells for contraband, monitoring the movement of incarcerated residents inside and between facilities, and generally supervising and maintaining security within the facility.
IDOC’s Mission, Vision and Values are designed to inspire staff to make a difference in resident’s lives. Correctional Officers work with residents on a daily basis and are in the best position to make that difference.
Correctional Officer Duties Include:
- Supervise incarcerated residents in work, living, and recreation situations
- Protect staff and residents using a variety of trained techniques, including verbal communication, de-escalation techniques and physical control of resistive residents, as necessary
- Response to emergency situations involving staff and residents
- Assist with facility operations and ensure staff and residents adhere to department policy and security procedures
- Conduct multiple daily counts of residents to ensure safety and security; maintain count reports and daily logs
- Deliver food to resident eating areas, escort or transport residents and property to facilities or within parts of the institution
- Review and complete of institutional forms, court documents, various reports and count sheets with attention to detail and accuracy
- Inventory and search of resident property; search of housing unit living areas and resident common use areas; conduct unclothed body and/or pat searches of residents
Watch and see where Correctional Officers work and what they do. Starting pay for a Correctional Officer at IDOC is $19.00 per hour plus benefits.;
The Correctional Officer position is the first step to a rewarding career in Corrections. Along with promotional opportunities in Prisons and Probation & Parole there is an abundance of opportunity to learn, grow and challenge yourself on a personal and professional level.
Learn the steps to becoming a Correctional Officer and to apply online
Duties
Correctional Officers work inside Idaho’s correctional institutions tending to the overall safety and security of the facility. Correctional Officers interact with incarcerated residents daily and can make the biggest impact on an offender’s experience while in the care and custody of Idaho Department of Correction.
Correctional Officers are the difference-makers.
Questions? Contact an IDOC Recruiter! careers@idoc.idaho.gov or (208) 658-2070
Training
The Correctional Officer position at IDOC is entry-level, meaning you are not required to come into it with any prior experience or education other than a high school diploma or GED. IDOC instructors and their partners in the Criminal Justice field work together to train new Correctional Officers in the specific skills and knowledge they need to be successful on the job.
Correctional Officers attend the Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Academy that is specific to the duties and challenges of the profession. Once Correctional Officers complete the academy and prescribed training, they become certified Peace Officers. Correctional Officers also participate in a Field Training Program with experienced officers and keep their skills sharp with regular training throughout their careers.
Questions?
Contact an IDOC Recruiter!
careers@idoc.idaho.gov or 208-658-2070
Correctional Officer Training
Idaho Department of Correction employees are provided with the tools needed to succeed as Correctional Officers. We offer 10 weeks of paid training including New Employee Orientation, Job Shadowing, POST Academy and Field Training.
New Employee Orientation
Duration: 4 Days
Schedule: Typically Monday – Thursday 8am to 5 pm
Location: Varies, you will be notified via email.
- Overview of IDOC policies and procedures, benefits and other employment information
- Basic idea of security practices and offender interaction
Job Shadowing
Duration: 1 Week or more
Schedule: As determined by institution
Location: Assigned institution
- Facility tour
- Shadow an experienced field training officer
- Hands on perspective of Correctional Officer job responsibilities
- Experience working in an institutional setting with offenders
Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Academy
Duration: 4 Weeks
Schedule: Typically Monday – Friday 8 am to 5 pm
Location: POST 700 S. Stratford Meridian, Idaho
Academy Coursework includes:
- Physical Agility Testing
- Arrest and Control Techniques
- Firearms
- Con Games
- Report Writing
- Effective Communication
- And Much More!
Academy attendees are tested weekly. Completion of POST Academy and Certification is required for continued employment of all security personnel.
Field Training Program
Duration: 4 Weeks
Schedule: As determined by institution
Location: Assigned institution
- Work with an experienced field training officer to expand and enhance training received at the POST Academy
- Perform duties of a Correctional Officer according to training and IDOC Policy with feedback from a Field Training Officer
- Complete a field training manual for certification by POST as a Correctional Officer