Detention Center Officer — Inmate Care & Court Transport

City of Avondale; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Avondale seeks a Detention Officer to maintain care, custody, and control of inmates at the Avondale Police Department Detention Center. You will support patrol divisions in transports, complete bookings, and ensure safety and accountability of staff and inmates.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, graduation from a Police/Corrections/Detention Academy, one year of related experience, an Arizona driver's license, and the ability to pass a comprehensive background, polygraph,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Graduation from Police/Corrections/Detention Academy is required.
• One year of relevant experience preferred.
• Arizona Driver's License required.
• Must pass background, polygraph, medical, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Care, custody, and control of inmates at the Avondale Detention Center.
• Maintain daily inmate and incident logs and processing of bookings.
• Escort inmates to court appearances and manage inmate movement.
• Assist patrol units with transports as needed.
• Oversee visitation, meals, and hygiene of inmates; ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Conduct inmate counts and safety inspections; respond to medical emergencies.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of supplies and equipment.

Skills

Inmate supervision

Documentation logs

Court escort

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Police/Corrections/Detention Academy graduate

Job description

City of Avondale seeks a Detention Officer to maintain care, custody, and control of inmates at the Avondale Police Department Detention Center. You will support patrol divisions in transports, complete bookings, and ensure safety and accountability of staff and inmates.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, graduation from a Police/Corrections/Detention Academy, one year of related experience, an Arizona driver's license, and the ability to pass a comprehensive background, polygraph,