Detention Officer

CoreCivic • Eden, TX

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About The Position

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 or residents in a correctional facility. Duties take place in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments, and throughout other phases of facility activity. The role may involve employing weapons or force to maintain discipline and order.

The officer is responsible for residents’ order, safety, and security and must be able to work any post assignment on any shift. Work areas may include armory and key control, housing units, the 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 needed to meet contract requirements or standards.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to work any post assignment on any shift.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and provide for the security, care, and direct supervision of inmates or residents.
• Supervise residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments, and during other facility activities.
• Maintain residents’ order, safety, and security in a correctional facility.
• Work interchangeable assignments, including armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, and visitation.
• May employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order.

What This Job Offers

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