Detention Center Security & Reentry Advocate

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The GEO Group is seeking a Security Supervisor to supervise detainees in living, recreation, dining and visitation areas and coordinate their movements.

You will conduct counts, supervise program activities, oversee labor crews, perform shakedowns for contraband, and keep logs. This role requires a high school diploma, US citizenship, and the ability to work long and irregular hours, with background investigations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, security services or related field preferred.
• Possession of applicable state requisites for employment.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.
• Must be able to regularly report to work without being late.
• Ability to be physically alert on any shift that is assigned.
• Ability to work up to sixteen (16) hours within a rolling 24 hour period.
• Work experience in a security environment setting preferred.
• May be required to possess valid state driver’s license.
• Must be mature, flexible, able to command the respect and confidence of detainees and staff.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must be at least twenty‑one (21) years of age.
• Must be willing to undergo a rigorous background investigation as required by the U.S. Marshals.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor detainees in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.
• Coordinate their movement (conducting counts and providing emergency response as needed).
• Make sure program activities stay safe and supervise labor crews.
• Conduct shakedowns for contraband materials (by yourself or with your team) and confiscate prohibited items as per policies and procedures.
• Keep daily logs on detainees (including disciplinary reports).
• Provide prompt and appropriate assistance to those who have been injured, ill, or have suffered trauma.
• Report any maintenance or repair needs to keep your facility clean.

Skills

Overtime readiness

Stress management

Punctuality

Physical endurance

Timely reporting to work

Education

High school diploma

Advanced training in behavioral sciences or security services

College coursework in related field

Job description

The GEO Group is seeking a Security Supervisor to supervise detainees in living, recreation, dining and visitation areas and coordinate their movements.

You will conduct counts, supervise program activities, oversee labor crews, perform shakedowns for contraband, and keep logs. This role requires a high school diploma, US citizenship, and the ability to work long and irregular hours, with background investigations.