Armed Detention Officer

Akima, LLC•Aguadilla, PR

99d•Onsite

About The Position

AGS is looking for an Armed Detention Officer to work in our detention facility in Aguadilla, PR. This position is contingent upon position availability and contract modification award. The role involves performing duties related to the detention, processing, safeguarding, security, escort, and transport of detainees, maintaining order and discipline, and enforcing facility rules and regulations. The officer will be responsible for the care, custody, and control of detainees, including removing them from holding areas using proper restraints and providing security during hearings, transport, and medical care. A key aspect of the role is the duty to carry and maintain authorized intermediate weapons and associated equipment, including a semi-automatic pistol, ballistic vest, and restraint devices. The officer will also be responsible for equipment inspection, maintenance, and logbook entries, as well as conducting security and sanitation checks. Augmenting staff at various facilities and attending to the housing, feeding, and well-being of detainees 24 hours a day are also part of the responsibilities. The position requires adherence to all organizational policies, procedures, safety guidelines, and training requirements.

Requirements

Detention Officers shall have as a minimum one (1) year of experience as a law enforcement officer, military officer, security officer engaged in functions related to detaining civil or administrative detainees, or 2 years of college in an appropriate field of study from an accredited institution
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 (CAT4 preferred) and Firearms license under the regulations of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
Maintain current/physical residency in PR.
Strictly maintain physical fitness standards for law enforcement/corrections.
Demonstrate an ability to work with a diverse population of people, including people of different cultures, with different values and lifestyles, with a cross-cultural perspective.
Ability to greet and deal tactfully with the general public.
Proven ability to exercise good judgment, courage, alertness, an even temperament, and render satisfactory performance through his/her responsibilities.
Capability of following and interpreting/understanding written and verbal orders, policies and regulations, printed rules and regulations in English, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and can compose written and oral reports in English.
Ability to maintain poise and self-control during potential emergencies and unexpected situations that may involve mental and physical stress such as disturbances, altercations, fires, and building evacuations.
Maintain a professional personal appearance, calm demeanor, and discretion with confidential information.
Possess a high degree of integrity, accountability and adhere to the American Correctional Association and DHS ICE National Detention Standards.
The incumbent’s duties are performed in a detention facility environment, working with a wide variety of people from different cultures, backgrounds and speaking various languages, while performing multiple functions.

Nice To Haves

CAT4 driver's license preferred

Responsibilities

Performs duties related to the detention, processing, safeguarding, security, escort and transport of detainees as required by the contract.
Exercises surveillance and control over detainees maintains order and discipline.
Enforces rules and regulations of the detention facility.
Provides care, custody and control of detainees.
Removes detainees from holding areas using proper restraints and security measures.
Guards' detainees at deportation or exclusion hearings, during transport, while receiving medical care.
Required to duty carry one of the authorized intermediate weapons (Intermediate weapons should be used in accordance with Service approved Use of Force policy).
Inspects, maintains, and cares for authorized equipment including but not limited to: One approved semi-automatic pistol with appropriate duty belt and magazines. All magazines loaded to full capacity. Handcuffs/leg irons and keys, waist chains, black boxes, and restraint keys. Ballistic vests which must be worn at all times while performing armed officer duties.
Requalify with weapon quarterly.
Makes official entries in the transportation and processing logbooks that are legible and complete.
Conducts a security and sanitation check of the area prior to relieving the outgoing officer.
Performs complete vehicle inspections prior to and following every transportation route.
Inventories all equipment and notate the results in the logbook.
Receives all authorized equipment and ensure that it is in proper working condition.
Ensures that your communication radio is in good working order with a fully charged battery.
Augments staff as needed at the Aguadilla SPC, San Juan Staging Facility and LMMIA operations as required.
Attends to housing, feeding, and the physical well-being of detainees, 24 hours a day.
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures.
Completes all training and job requirements.
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.
Perform other duties as assigned.