Job Description
Join Illinois' premier public safety team as a Correctional Officer. Protect and serve your community while working critical night shifts at our state-of-the-art facility. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities in a stable government role. We're seeking dedicated professionals to maintain security, rehabilitate offenders, and uphold justice during overnight hours.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and enforce facility regulations during night shifts
- Conduct regular security patrols and headcounts to ensure compliance
- Respond to emergencies, disturbances, and medical incidents with tactical precision
- Write detailed incident reports and maintain accurate documentation
- Operate security systems including surveillance cameras and access controls
- Transport inmates safely between facilities and court appearances
- Collaborate with day-shift staff for seamless operations continuity
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid Illinois driver's license with clean record
- Ability to pass rigorous background check and drug screening
- Completion of certified corrections training program (or willingness to complete)
- Physical fitness to handle high-stress situations and restraint procedures
- Basic computer literacy for reporting systems
- Minimum 21 years of age per state requirements