Job Description
Join the elite team protecting Dallas County as a Night Shift Correctional Officer. This critical government role offers unparalleled job security, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to serve your community during high-impact overnight hours. Enjoy competitive pay, pension plans, and paid training while working in a structured, professional environment with advanced security protocols. Immediate openings available with overnight schedule flexibility.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and enforce facility regulations during night shifts
- Conduct hourly security patrols and surveillance of correctional premises
- Respond to emergencies and incidents following established crisis protocols
- Maintain detailed incident reports and daily activity logs
- Perform headcounts and searches to ensure facility security
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies during transport operations
- Implement emergency procedures for fire, medical, and security breaches
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Valid Texas Class C Driver's License
- U.S. citizenship and Texas residency
- No felony convictions or domestic violence charges
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
- Physical fitness for security duties (lifting 50+ lbs)
- Basic computer literacy for report documentation
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) certification or ability to obtain