Job Description
Join the prestigious U.S. Federal Bureau of Prisons as a Correctional Officer at our Fresno facility. This unique weekend shift opportunity offers exceptional work-life balance while serving your country. You'll maintain security, supervise inmates, and enforce institutional policies in a federal correctional environment. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, retirement plans, and career advancement opportunities. Perfect for candidates seeking stable, mission-driven work with predictable weekend schedules.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and maintain institutional security during weekend shifts
- Conduct headcounts, searches, and security inspections per federal protocols
- Respond to emergencies and incidents using de-escalation techniques
- Document incidents and maintain accurate shift logs
- Escort inmates within facility grounds and during transfers
- Enforce federal regulations and institutional policies consistently
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies during weekend operations
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Ability to pass federal background investigation and polygraph
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Basic computer proficiency for reporting systems
- Ability to work rotating weekend shifts (Fri-Sun)
- Physical fitness to meet federal correctional officer standards
- No felony convictions or serious misdemeanor offenses