Detention Officer

CoreCivic; Cushing (OK); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Detention Officer to provide security, supervision and care in a correctional setting. The officer may be assigned to any post and shift as needed to maintain order and safety.

Responsibilities include maintaining order, safety and security of residents across housing units, meals, recreation and work assignments, with potential duty in armory, kitchen, medical, and visitation areas. Requires completion of pre-service training and appropriate licensing where applicable.

Qualifications

• Must complete pre-service correctional officer training.
• Must be at least 20 years old.
• A valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Where applicable, possess a non-commissioned security officer license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order, safety, and security of residents in the facility.
• Perform duties across housing units, armory/key control, kitchen, medical, visitation, and other areas.

Skills

Pre-service training

Valid driver's license

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

$24.14 per hour

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Detention Officer who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

The Detention Officer performs routine duties in accordance with established policies, regulations and procedures to maintain order and provide for the security, care and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments and during all other phases of activity in a correctional facility. May employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order. Must be able to work any post assignment on any shift.

• Responsible for maintaining order, safety, and security of residents in a correctional facility.
• Engage in a variety of interchangeable work areas that includes, but is not limited to, armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation, etc.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
• Must complete pre-service correctional officer training and, where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment.
• A valid driver's license and clear driving record is required.
• Demonstrate ability to complete any required training, as established or necessary to meet contract requirements and/or standards.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 20 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.