Job Description
Join Michigan's premier public safety agency as a Night Shift Correctional Officer. Protect and serve your community in a critical role ensuring facility security and inmate rehabilitation. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, and career advancement opportunities within state government. Work a 12-hour night schedule in a secure environment while making a tangible impact on public safety.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and maintain security protocols during overnight shifts
- Conduct regular perimeter checks and surveillance of facility grounds
- Respond to emergencies and incidents with de-escalation techniques
- Document daily logs and incident reports with precision
- Screen visitors and packages for compliance with security standards
- Collaborate with day shift staff for seamless operations
- Enforce facility rules and conduct inmate counts
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- Valid Michigan Driver's License
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
- Basic computer literacy and record-keeping skills
- Physical fitness to handle emergencies and restraint procedures
- Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends/holidays
- Strong communication and conflict resolution abilities
- Previous law enforcement or security experience preferred