Job Description
Join Jacksonville's elite public safety team as a Night Shift Correctional Officer. Protect our community with dignity and integrity while enjoying competitive benefits, retirement plans, and career advancement opportunities. This vital role ensures institutional safety during overnight hours, offering stability and purpose in public service.
Responsibilities
- Maintain security protocols and conduct routine facility inspections during night shifts
- Monitor inmate activities and enforce behavioral standards with professionalism
- Respond to emergencies and incidents using de-escalation techniques
- Document all incidents, observations, and facility operations accurately
- Collaborate with day-shift teams for seamless operational continuity
- Conduct headcounts and verify inmate accountability per regulations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- Valid Florida Driver's License and clean driving record
- Ability to obtain Correctional Officer certification within 6 months
- Pass background check, drug screening, and physical fitness assessment
- Strong communication skills and crisis management abilities
- Experience in security, military, or law enforcement preferred
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays