Job Description
Join Maryland's premier public safety agency as a Night Shift Correctional Officer. Protect and serve our community in a critical overnight role with competitive benefits, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career advancement. Work in a secure, structured environment while making a tangible impact on public safety.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
- Tuition assistance for continuing education
- Shift differential pay for overnight hours
- Collaborative team environment
Responsibilities
- Maintain security and order within correctional facilities during overnight shifts
- Conduct regular perimeter checks and surveillance rounds
- Monitor inmate activities and enforce institutional policies
- Respond to emergencies and incidents with de-escalation techniques
- Complete detailed incident reports and documentation
- Coordinate with law enforcement agencies during critical situations
- Utilize electronic monitoring systems and surveillance equipment
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Valid Maryland driver's license
- U.S. citizenship and clean criminal background
- Ability to pass physical fitness and psychological evaluations
- Basic computer literacy and report-writing skills
- Must be available to work rotating night shifts (11 PM - 7 AM)
- Previous security or law enforcement experience preferred
- Ability to obtain required state certifications within probation period