Detention Officer

Management and Training Corporation•Chaparral, NM

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Management & Training Corporation proudly operates the Otero County Prison Facility in Chaparral, New Mexico, where we provide a safe working environment for our employees. Make a positive impact in your community by doing meaningful work that results in a rewarding career.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
A valid driver license in the state of Texas or New Mexico with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Nice To Haves

Prior correctional experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Search for contraband and provide security.
Count, feed and supervise inmates in housing, work and other areas, which includes climbing stairs.
Provide custody and security of inmate including observation of inmates, which includes long periods of sitting and standing.
Perform security functions, person, property and facility searches. Including “pat” and “strip” searches, which includes squatting and bending.
Transfer and transport inmates by walking or riding in vehicles. Restrain and secure assaultive inmates, as needed.
Respond to emergencies including climbing stairs, steps, and ladders while searching for escaped inmates, hearing calls for and calling for help, giving first aid at the emergency site, carrying an injured or unconscious inmate or employee various distances to safety up or down stairs, steps and ladders; and use force. Must be trained in the use of deadly force to include the use of chemical agents and firearms to control inmates if assigned to an armed post.