Job Description
Join the Michigan Department of Corrections as a Night Shift Correctional Officer and play a vital role in public safety. This full-time overnight position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. Protect your community while enjoying premium pay differentials for night shifts. We provide extensive training, retirement plans, and health insurance. Work in a secure, structured environment where your dedication directly impacts Michigan's correctional system.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and maintain security protocols during overnight hours
- Conduct regular patrols and headcounts to ensure facility compliance
- Respond to emergencies, incidents, and medical situations with trained protocols
- Document daily incidents, observations, and security breaches in detailed reports
- Screen visitors, mail, and packages for contraband and security threats
- Enforce institutional rules and maintain order in housing units
- Collaborate with day-shift staff for seamless transition of critical information
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
- Valid Michigan driver's license and clean driving record
- Ability to pass comprehensive background check and drug screening
- Must be 18+ years old and a U.S. citizen
- Physical fitness to handle emergencies and restrain individuals if necessary
- Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays
- Basic computer skills for report documentation
- No felony convictions or serious misdemeanors