Armed Detention Officer Full Time

Akima; City of Batavia (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CBA benefits

Job summary

Akima Infrastructure Protection (AIP) seeks an Armed Detention Officer to manage secure detentions in Batavia, NY. The role involves supervising detainees, enforcing facility rules, and coordinating with staff to ensure safety and order.

You will perform searches, document custody status, and respond to incidents, while adhering to post orders and training requirements, including NYS armed guard credentials and CDL.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of investigation methods, evidence handling, and presentation.
• Ability to make prompt, sound decisions in routine and non-routine situations.
• Strong written and spoken English with clear reporting.
• Willing and able to perform all essential duties under harsh conditions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise detainee behavior and control using restraints as needed.
• Exercise judgment in special needs situations.
• Communicate effectively with staff, detainees, and public via telephones and radios.
• Conduct searches of detainees, vehicles, and areas for contraband.
• Maintain custody by documenting detainee locations and movements.
• Escort detainees safely using approved restraints.
• Maintain and inspect equipment and uniforms per policy.
• Handle detainee grievances and requests; direct as needed.
• Prepare investigative reports with proper grammar.
• Observe and control visitors and detainees during visits.

Skills

Investigation principles

Decision making under pressure

Written and verbal English

Physical conditioning

Job description

AIP is looking for an Armed Detention Officer to work in Batavia, NY. To join our team of outstanding professionals.

Under direct supervision of the on-duty Shift Supervisor, or general supervision of facility command staff. Responsible for maintaining a secure detention facility and the safe custody of detainees.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and control detainee behavior during the operation of the detention facility; or restrain by force if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints
• Exercise appropriate judgment in handling of special needs situations or detainees
• Communicate effectively and coherently with other staff or detainee with approved facility communication devices including the telephone system, intercom system, and portable radios; demonstrate effective communicative skills with detainee, public and staff
• Perform searches of detainees, vehicles, mail items, objects capable of concealing contraband, buildings, indoor and outdoor areas which may involve feeling or detecting objects, walking, kneeling, bending or stooping for long periods of time
• Maintain control over detainees by always being aware of their location and documenting such
• Escort detainees (hostile, aggressive, passive, etc.) using handcuffs and other approved restraints in accordance to policy and procedure
• Maintain company equipment and uniforms in functional condition as prescribed for by company policy
• Collect, resolve and/or direct to appropriate individual or division, detainee complaints, grievances or requests
• Prepare investigative and other reports or documentation, using appropriate grammar
• Observe and control visitors and detainees prior to, during and after visits
• Perform related duties and other responsibilities as assigned
• Provide detainee admission and release services in Processing according to Post Orders
• Transport detainees securely using ICE approved restraints and vehicles to off-site locations
• Maintain uninterrupted constant custody care and control at off-site locations
• Secure Outer Perimeter, Main Gate and Lobby areas of the Facility in accordance to the Post Orders
• Must wear necessary PPE duty gear at all times.
• Maintain NYS Armed Guard card which includes yearly firearms qualification and security training
• Complete quarterly ICE firearms qualification
• Retain a current NYS Class C CDL with passenger endorsement.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required by the Position:

• Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques of investigation including gathering, preservation and presentation of evidence.
• Apply knowledge and reasoning to make prompt and effective decisions quickly in both routine and non-routine situations. Evaluate alternatives; make sound decisions in a timely manner, size up a situation quickly and take appropriate actions.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English; use acceptable grammar, punctuation and spelling; write reports which are organized, complete, accurate and factual.
• Must be ready, willing and physically able, at any given moment, to perform, safely and efficiently, the full range of essential duties and responsibilities, under potentially harsh environmental conditions for which those duties are required to be performed.

Other Job Specifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid NYS pistol permit and NYS Armed Guard License and CDL.
• Must be able to pass extensive background investigation and drug test.
• Random drug testing will be performed.

Job ID

2026-21784

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

77,800

Benefits

• CBA - The benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Infrastructure Protection (AIP), an Akima company, is not just another federal management operations contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AIP, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AIP provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AIP delivers the trained personnel, equipment, and processes to safeguard federal assets and provides protective services and detention management operations for critical mission requirements.

As an AIP employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.