Job Description
Join California's elite public safety team as a Night Shift Correctional Officer at the Sacramento Correctional Facility. Protect our communities while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. This critical role ensures facility security and inmate supervision during overnight hours, making Sacramento safer for everyone.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and enforce facility regulations during overnight shifts
- Conduct regular security patrols and headcounts to maintain order
- Respond to emergencies and incidents with de-escalation techniques
- Document incidents and maintain accurate shift logs
- Operate security systems including surveillance cameras and access controls
- Collaborate with day-shift personnel for seamless operations
- Participate in mandatory training programs for professional development
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred
- Valid California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification
- Minimum 21 years of age with clean criminal record
- Ability to work independently in high-pressure overnight environments
- Strong observational skills and situational awareness
- Physical fitness to meet job requirements (e.g., long periods of standing)
- Excellent communication skills in English; bilingual Spanish a plus
- Pass comprehensive background check and drug screening