Job Description
Join Colorado's premier correctional agency in a Weekend Correctional Officer role serving the Denver metropolitan area. This position offers a unique opportunity to maintain public safety while enjoying a consistent weekend schedule with premium shift differentials. We provide comprehensive training, robust benefits, and career advancement opportunities within state government.
Our facility is ADA-compliant and features modern security systems. Candidates will work collaboratively with a dedicated team focused on rehabilitation and security. This role includes competitive pay, health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and enforce facility rules in a secure environment
- Conduct regular security inspections of housing units and common areas
- Document incidents and maintain accurate daily activity reports
- Respond to emergencies using established protocols and crisis intervention techniques
- Screen visitors and packages according to departmental procedures
- Transport inmates between facilities as scheduled
- Participate in mandatory training drills and safety exercises
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework in criminal justice preferred
- Valid Colorado driver's license with clean driving record
- Ability to pass comprehensive background check and drug screening
- Strong conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
- Physical ability to stand/walk 8+ hours and meet fitness standards
- Basic computer literacy for documentation systems
- Experience in security, law enforcement, or corrections preferred