Job Description
Join Texas' premier correctional agency as a Night Shift Correctional Officer. Protect public safety while working in a dynamic, high-security environment. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. This critical role demands vigilance, integrity, and commitment to justice. Training provided for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and maintain facility security during night hours
- Conduct regular patrols and headcounts to ensure compliance with protocols
- Respond to emergencies, disturbances, and medical incidents with de-escalation techniques
- Document incidents, maintain accurate logs, and prepare detailed reports
- Enforce facility rules and conduct searches to prevent contraband
- Operate security systems including surveillance equipment and control panels
- Collaborate with law enforcement and emergency services during critical incidents
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) certification preferred
- Minimum 1 year security or military experience required
- Valid Texas driver's license with clean record
- Ability to pass rigorous background check and physical fitness assessment
- Strong observational skills and crisis management abilities
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure
- Basic computer proficiency for reporting systems