Job Description
Join a dedicated team serving the public sector! The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is urgently seeking motivated Correctional Officers for weekend shifts in Columbus, TX. This high-impact role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to safeguard your community. Apply now to start your career in public safety with weekend scheduling flexibility.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities to ensure facility security and prevent disturbances
- Conduct regular patrols and inspections of correctional premises
- Enforce institutional rules and maintain order during weekend operations
- Respond promptly to emergencies and incidents per protocol
- Prepare detailed incident and activity reports for documentation
- Assist in inmate transportation and movement coordination
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies during weekend operations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- Must be 21+ years old and a U.S. citizen
- Pass background check, drug screening, and physical fitness assessment
- Availability to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts
- Basic computer literacy for report documentation
- Valid Texas driver's license
- Completion of state-mandated correctional training program