Armed Detention Officer

United-Security-Inc; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K/403b Plan

Paid Vacation

Proud Partner of DailyPay

Job summary

United Security Inc. in Newark, NJ is seeking an Armed Detention Officer with 3 years of law enforcement experience. The role focuses on secure custody of inmates in a medical facility, with shifts including 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.

Per-diem hours vary week to week, offering competitive pay and benefits. Qualifications include 21+ years old, a High School Diploma or GED, and a valid Armed Carry Permit. This position targets growth within a large security services company with opportunities across the

Qualifications

• 3 years of law enforcement, military police, or correctional police experience with a recognized agency.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma, GED, or foreign equivalency (DD214 with honorable discharge acceptable).

Responsibilities

• Custody of Federal inmates in a medical facility.
• Provide protection and safekeeping for inmates.
• Maintain physical control to prevent escape.
• Direct visual observation of inmates.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma

GED or foreign equivalency

Job description

Armed Detention Officer 3 years law enforcement experience required(Operations)

Newark, NJ, United States of America

$42.48 - $46.07

Overview

We service our clients best when we serve our employees first

United Security Inc. is one of the fastest growing security services companies in the USA. For over 31 years we work with clients from Boston to Miami and as far west as Texas. The last 5 years our revenue has grown by 140%! As a result of our incredible success, our goal is to continue accelerating our growth. We are looking for talent that will promote and adhere to the core values (People, Integrity, Development and Community) of United Security, Inc. The ideal candidate for a role at USI regularly exhibits support, commitment, good judgment, potential for growth, and goodwill.

If you appreciate having a team to support and challenge you to achieve your goals, come build your career at United Security!

Job Skills / Requirements

Are you looking to be part of a company where teamwork is encouraged? A company with plenty of growth and career advancement opportunities? Do you want a flexible schedule? Look no further because we are currently seeking Armed officers to join our growing USI team in New Jersey!

Employment opportunity with established Government Contractors!

[Armed Detention officer Job Responsibilities]

• The secure custody of Federal inmates in a medical facility.
• Furnishing the necessary personnel to provide for the protection and safekeeping of those inmates.
• Secure custody always requires physical control of the inmate. The physical control of the inmates by the contractor shall be sufficient to prevent escape.
• Maintain constant control over, and direct visual observation of the inmate.

[Work Hours and Benefits]

This position is considered a per-diem position and hours will vary week to week.

[Armed Detention Officer Qualifications and Skills]

• Must be able to stand for up to 6 hours
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

[Education and Experience Requirements]

• A minimum of 3 years Law Enforcement, Military Police, or Correctional Police Officer experience with a Federal, State, County or Local agency.
• Must be 21 years of Age.
• High School Diploma, GED, or foreign equivalency (DD214 with honorable discharge will be acceptable)

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma

Certification Requirements (All)

State Armed Carry Permit
NJ Armed License

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits include, but not limited to:

• Competitive pay
• Recognition and Reward Programs
• Training and Career Development Opportunities
• Medical, dental, Holidays, vacation and sick, and 401 (k) retirement plan for full time employees
• Proud Partner of DailyPay: work today, get paid today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Special Incentive Plans

This job reports to the Manager

This is a As Needed position1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift.