Aviation Security Officer: Detention & Flight Safety

The GEO Group, Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. in El Paso is seeking an Air Detention Officer to join a security team responsible for the safety and security of noncitizens and crew aboard charter aircraft.

You will follow procedures and checklists to maintain order and protect personnel and property during operations. Required are US citizenship, a high school diploma or equivalent, 21+, a valid US passport, and state Security Officer certification.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen residing in the U.S. and able to obtain visas and inoculations required to permit departure from and entry into the US and all scheduled destinations.
• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Must possess a valid United States passport.
• A minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience as a corrections/detention officer within the United States; OR one (1) year of full-time law enforcement experience; OR one (1) year as a security guard with a state guard card within the last six (6) months.
• Must be certified as a Security Officer in the state where the work is to be performed and maintain the certification.

Responsibilities

• The Air Detention Officer loads and unloads noncitizen onto/off the aircraft, including those requiring assistance; searches for contraband; feeds during flight; and escorts to the restroom.
• Applies restraints and removes them as applicable.
• Identifies proper documentation.
• Searches the aircraft for contraband and assists in post-flight cabin cleanup.
• Loads and unloads property onto/off the aircraft.
• Assists with perimeter security as requested.
• Maintains checklists and checkpoints throughout the shift.
• Takes charge of post by securing and protecting personnel and property until relieved.
• Reports all violations of orders.
• Sounds the alarm in case of disorder or emergency.
• Reports unusual events that threaten security of the aircraft or life/property.
• Takes action to save life and property and de-escalate conflicts.
• Provides for embarkation/debarkation security at each Port of Call.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Written reports

Spanish bilingual

Shift work

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. in El Paso is seeking an Air Detention Officer to join a security team responsible for the safety and security of noncitizens and crew aboard charter aircraft.

You will follow procedures and checklists to maintain order and protect personnel and property during operations. Required are US citizenship, a high school diploma or equivalent, 21+, a valid US passport, and state Security Officer certification.