Job Description
Join the Texas Department of Criminal Justice as a Correctional Officer on our weekend shift team. This critical public safety role ensures the security and rehabilitation of incarcerated individuals while maintaining a safe environment for staff and inmates. Weekend shifts offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within Texas state government. We seek dedicated professionals committed to upholding justice and community safety.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and enforce facility rules to ensure security and compliance
- Conduct regular headcounts and inspections of living quarters and common areas
- Respond to emergencies, incidents, and medical situations with trained protocols
- Document daily activities, incidents, and inmate behavior in detailed reports
- Transport inmates between facilities and court appearances using secure protocols
- Collaborate with healthcare, counseling, and rehabilitation staff for inmate welfare
- Maintain accurate logs of security equipment and facility maintenance needs
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) certification preferred
- Valid Texas driver's license with clean driving record
- Ability to pass background check, drug screening, and physical fitness assessment
- Strong communication skills and ability to de-escalate tense situations
- Experience in security, law enforcement, or corrections highly valued
- Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays reliably
- Basic computer proficiency for report documentation