Detention Officer

Curry County; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Curry County is seeking a Detention Officer to help maintain order and security within the Curry County Adult Detention Center. The role includes enforcing rules, escorting inmates and detainees, and operating under direct supervision while remaining calm under pressure.

The ideal candidate will meet the minimum qualifications, gain accreditation within the first year, pass health and background checks, and demonstrate strong report-writing and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• High School diploma or GED.
• One (1) year experience in detention work and supervision of inmates; knowledge of pertinent federal, state and county laws and policies.
• Vision correctable to 20/20.
• Ability to successfully pass a background investigation. An academic exam may be administered.
• Able to write intelligible and complete reports and deal with situations requiring tact, understanding and good judgment; remain alert at all times and respond quickly in emergency situations; establish good working relationships with inmates and other staff members.
• Valid driver’s license.
• A Detention Officer is an uncertified officer, with less than one (1) year of experience in detention work. Person must successfully pass forty (40) hours of accreditation course provided by Detention Center within the first year of employment.
• Must be able to understand, communicate, read and write in English.
• Bi-lingual is helpful, but not a requirement.
• Must successfully complete new hire physical and pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to perform all essential duties as listed below.
• Ability to perform the essential duties in the working conditions described below.
• Ability to communicate effectively with large and small groups of people, and to diffuse stressful situations.
• Ability to travel, including traveling out of town and/or overnight.
• Computer literacy required, especially with knowledge of word processing, business-related and record keeping programs.
• Ability to perform essential duties and adapt to working conditions.
• No history of felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude, violence, illegal drug distribution or dishonesty.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inmate security at Curry County Adult Detention Center and enforce rules.
• Prevent escapes and escort inmates and detainees; operate under direct supervision.
• Work under stress and respond quickly in emergencies; establish good working relationships with inmates and staff.

Skills

Written reports

English proficiency

Communication

Computer literacy

Bilingual helpful

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Responsible for maintaining inmate security in Curry County Adult Detention Center including enforcement of rules, preventing escapes, inmate and detainee escort; operates under direct supervision. Position requires working under stress.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• High School diploma or GED certificate. Two (2) years applicable experience is desired but not required.
• One (1) year experience in detention work and supervision of inmates; knowledge of pertinent federal, state and county laws and policies. Education or experienced in interpersonal communications helpful but not required.
• Vision correctable to 20/20.
• Ability to successfully pass a background investigation. An academic exam may be administered.
• Able to write intelligible and complete reports and deal with situations requiring tact, understanding and good judgment; remain alert at all times and respond quickly in emergency situations; establish good working relationships with inmates and other staff members.
• Valid driver’s license.
• A Detention Officer is an uncertified officer, with less than one (1) year of experience in detention work. Person must successfully pass forty (40) hours of accreditation course provided by Detention Center within the first year of employment.
• Must be able to understand, communicate, read and write in English.
• Bi-lingual is helpful, but not a requirement.
• Must successfully complete new hire physical and pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to perform all essential duties as listed below.
• Ability to perform the essential duties in the working conditions described below.
• Ability to communicate effectively with large and small groups of people, and to diffuse stressful situations.
• Ability to travel, including traveling out of town and/or overnight.
• Computer literacy required, especially with knowledge of word processing, business-related and record keeping programs.
• Ability to perform essential duties and adapt to working conditions.
• No history of felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude, violence, illegal drug distribution or dishonesty.