Detention Officer - Cibola

Core Civic • Milan, NM

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About The Position

At CoreCivic, employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism, and a responsibility to better the public good. The Detention Officer performs routine duties in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures to maintain order and provide for the security, care, and direct supervision of inmates/residents in a correctional facility. This includes supervision in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments, and during other phases of facility activity. The officer may employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order and must be able to work any post assignment on any shift.

The role is responsible for maintaining residents’ order, safety, and security. It involves interchangeable work areas, including armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, and visitation.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED certification, or equivalent.
• Complete pre-service correctional officer training.
• Where applicable, hold a non-commissioned security officer license in the state of employment.
• Valid driver’s license and clear driving record.
• Demonstrated ability to complete required training established or necessary to meet contract requirements and/or standards.
• At least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and provide for the security, care, and direct supervision of inmates/residents in the correctional facility.
• Supervise inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments, and during other facility activities.
• Maintain residents’ order, safety, and security.
• Work in interchangeable areas such as armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, and visitation.
• Employ weapons or force when necessary to maintain discipline and order.
• Work any post assignment on any shift.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED