Job Description
Join New York State's elite corrections team as a Night Shift Correctional Officer. Protect public safety while serving your community in a vital role with comprehensive benefits and career advancement opportunities. This position offers competitive pay, pension plans, and specialized training for professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and supervise inmate activities during night shift hours to maintain facility security
- Conduct regular patrols and headcounts to ensure compliance with institutional policies
- Respond to emergencies and incidents using de-escalation techniques and protocol enforcement
- Document incidents, inmate behavior, and facility operations in detailed reports
- Screen visitors, mail, and packages to prevent contraband introduction
- Collaborate with day-shift officers for seamless transition and continuity of operations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- NYS Correction Officer certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
- Valid NYS driver's license with clean record
- Ability to pass physical fitness and psychological evaluation
- Strong conflict resolution and crisis management skills
- Experience in law enforcement, military, or security preferred
- US citizenship and clean background check mandatory