Armory & Security Officer – Correctional Facility

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Hudson (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Other Benefits Available

Job summary

The GEO Group is seeking a Locksmith/Armory Officer to oversee security, inventory, and maintenance of the facility armory, including firearms, chemical agents, and key control.

This on-site role requires strict adherence to policies, accurate logging, and coordination with security staff to ensure safety and compliance. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year in a correctional setting, with ability to obtain CPR/First Aid and firearms certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older.
• One (1) year of experience in a correctional facility with responsibility for direct supervision over inmates/detainees or an equivalent combination of work experience and education.
• Must be flexible, intellectually alert, able to command the respect and confidence of detainees/inmates and staff, possess a working knowledge of correctional laws, applicable court orders and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.
• Must have a proven work history with sound abilities to write communications, documents, policy, court room defenses, contract negotiations, and other required written correspondence.
• Must have a proven ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to coordinate staffing requirements for security supervisors and officers.
• Must have completed an approved training program resulting in a certificate of satisfactory completion. Ability to obtain certification for training such as CPR, First Aid and firearms.

Responsibilities

• The Locksmith Armory Officer ensures the safe handling of all firearms, chemical agents and ammunition.
• The Locksmith/Armory Officer ensures compliance with all rules, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to key control. May assist in the development and implementation of updated policies, procedures and regulations for the custody, security and/or treatment of inmates/detainees. Reviews staff effectiveness and conducts frequent physical inspections of the facility to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• The Locksmith Armory Officer ensures all equipment is issued and signed for on the Arsenal equipment issue log. Responsible for maintaining records and preparing reports as assigned by management. Maintains daily logs as required.
• The Locksmith Armory Officer performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The GEO Group is seeking a Locksmith/Armory Officer to oversee security, inventory, and maintenance of the facility armory, including firearms, chemical agents, and key control.

This on-site role requires strict adherence to policies, accurate logging, and coordination with security staff to ensure safety and compliance. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year in a correctional setting, with ability to obtain CPR/First Aid and firearms certification.