Armed Detention Officer ($29.68/hour)

NANA Regional Corporation • Saint Paul, MN

288d • $29 • Onsite

About The Position

AIP is looking for an Armed Detention Officer to work in St. Paul, MN. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! Providing armed security and stationary guard services for detainees in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody. The Armed Detention Officer is responsible to ensure the safety and security of detainees in custody, acting in accordance with the highest ethical standards at all times, and ensuring a spirit of fairness and integrity in the on-going execution of their duties. Armed detention guards are required to have and maintain a state level security guard license for performance on this contract.

Requirements

• US citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the United States for permanent residence and have resided in the U.S. for the last five years.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Pass a criminal background and consumer credit check (no criminal record).
• Obtain and maintain a DHS/ICE government clearance.
• Pass all pre-employment and random drug tests.
• Pass a medical examination and meet health requirements.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Possess a valid state driver's license or CDL.
• Possess a valid firearm license from the state of Texas.
• Ability to obtain an armed state security guard license from the state of Minnesota or Nebraska.
• One year of Military, Security, Law Enforcement, or Corrections experience.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to greet and deal tactfully and professionally with the public.
• Capability of following and interpreting/understanding written and verbal orders, policies and regulations.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, courage, alertness, and an even temperament.
• Ability to maintain poise and self-control during potential emergencies and unexpected situations.
• Maintain current/physical residency in the continental United States.
• Strictly maintain physical fitness standards for law enforcement and CDL requirements.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Concisely and accurately prepare and write narratives of incidents and other written reports.
• Exercises judgment and uses discretion in dealing with first response to all situations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in methods and techniques of securing and controlling detainees.
• Maintain a professional personal appearance, calm demeanor, and discretion with confidential information.
• Possess a high degree of integrity, accountability and adhere to the DHS ICE National Detention Standards.
• Ability to work with a diverse population of people.

Responsibilities

• Guarding and safeguarding non-citizen detainees and the general public at government buildings in either a custodial or court settings.
• Qualify on a standard course of fire twice yearly and up to four times annually if required.
• Completes all training, basic and annual refresher, maintain an appropriate level of fitness and continually meet all job requirements throughout the contract life span.
• Performs duties related to the detention, processing, safeguarding, security, and escort of detainees as required by the contract.
• Exercises surveillance and control over detainees and maintains order and discipline.
• Makes official entries in the processing logbooks that are legible and complete.
• Conducts a security and sanitation check of the area prior to relieving the outgoing officer.
• Inventory all equipment and notate the results in the logbook.
• Receives all authorized equipment and ensure that it is in proper working condition.
• Duty carry one of the authorized intermediate weapons.
• Ensures that your communication radio is in good working order with a fully charged battery.
• Inspects, maintains, and cares for authorized equipment including but not limited to: qualify with a company issued semi-automatic pistol with appropriate duty belt and magazines.
• Successfully complete all assigned training including defensive tactics and course requiring a minimum physical stamina.
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures.
• Follows company-wide safety policies and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting, and monitoring as outlined in the Officer Handbook and other Company Safety Policies.

Benefits

• CBA - The benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED