Job Description
Join Pennsylvania's premier public safety team as a Night Shift Correctional Officer at SCI Philadelphia. Protect and serve your community while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. This vital role ensures facility security and inmate supervision during overnight hours – where your vigilance makes a difference. Immediate openings available with state-mandated training provided. Apply today to start your meaningful career in public service.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and enforce facility protocols during overnight shifts
- Conduct regular security rounds and perimeter checks to maintain safety
- Respond to emergencies and incidents with de-escalation techniques
- Document incidents and maintain detailed shift reports
- Screen visitors and packages according to departmental standards
- Operate security systems including surveillance equipment and access controls
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid Pennsylvania driver's license
- Ability to pass background check and physical fitness assessment
- Basic computer literacy for report writing
- Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
- Prior law enforcement or military experience preferred
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions