GEO Group-posted about 1 year ago
$47,237 - $47,237/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Laredo, TX
Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

The Assistant Shift Supervisor at GEO Group is responsible for managing operations and ensuring the safety and security of detainees/inmates during their duty shift. This role involves supervising staff, coordinating facility operations, and providing a secure environment for both detainees and staff. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and emphasizes the importance of community investment.

  • Supervise detainees during mealtime.
  • Routinely inspect all security equipment (doors, gates, fences, lighting systems, etc.).
  • Ensure all reports written by officers during shift are submitted as required.
  • Oversee necessary on-the-job and safety training for officers.
  • Supervise perimeter inspection (detecting safety hazards, testing alarm systems, etc.).
  • Investigate and report all instances of detainee disturbances.
  • Help detainees/inmates who have been injured, ill, or traumatized with prompt and appropriate assistance.
  • Work with inmates/detainee workers, provide training, and inspect their work.
  • Participate in decisions regarding performance ratings, disciplinary actions, and job assignments.
  • Conduct regular physical inspections of the facility to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
  • High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
  • Must meet the requirements of being a Correctional Officer.
  • One (1) year of experience working in a correctional setting required.
  • Must be flexible, intellectually alert, able to command the respect and confidence of detainees/inmates and staff.
  • Possess a working knowledge of correctional laws, applicable court orders, and have a high tolerance to mental stress.
  • Proven work history with sound abilities to write communications, documents, policy, court room defenses, contract negotiations, and other required written correspondence.
  • Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to coordinate staffing requirements for security supervisors and officers.
  • Must have completed an approved training program resulting in a certificate of satisfactory completion.
  • Ability to obtain certification for training such as CPR, First Aid, and firearms.
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discount
  • Reduced Tuition Rates
  • Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k)
  • Pet Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Training
  • Flexible Spending Account
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