Job Description
Join Pennsylvania's elite public safety team as a Night Shift Correctional Officer. Protect and serve your community during critical overnight hours while building a stable career with comprehensive benefits, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. This high-impact role offers unparalleled job security and opportunities for advancement within the state government system.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and enforce facility protocols during overnight shifts
- Conduct regular security rounds and headcounts to maintain institutional safety
- Respond to emergencies and incidents with de-escalation techniques
- Document incidents and maintain accurate shift reports
- Screen visitors and packages according to state regulations
- Operate security systems including CCTV and control room equipment
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid Pennsylvania driver's license
- Ability to pass background check and psychological evaluation
- Physical fitness to handle security duties (lifting 50+ lbs)
- Basic computer skills for report documentation
- Pennsylvania Act 120 certification preferred
- Experience in security or law enforcement preferred