Job Description
Join California's premier correctional agency as a Correctional Officer on our night shift team. Protect public safety by supervising inmates, enforcing facility protocols, and maintaining security in a high-stakes environment. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, and career advancement opportunities in Sacramento's largest correctional facility.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and enforce institutional rules 24/7
- Conduct routine security inspections and headcounts
- Respond to emergencies and incidents with tactical precision
- Process inmate admissions and releases per state protocols
- Operate security systems (cameras, gates, communications)
- Document incidents and maintain accurate records
- Train new officers in safety procedures
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid California Driver's License
- U.S. citizenship and clean background check
- Ability to pass physical fitness test (PFT)
- Basic computer proficiency for report writing
- Experience in security/law enforcement preferred
- Ability to work rotating night shifts
- Strong conflict resolution skills