Detention Officer

CoreCivic; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Detention Officer to provide high-quality security and care in a secure, institutional setting. The role entails maintaining order and supervising inmates/residents across housing units, meals, recreation, and work assignments.

The Detention Officer is expected to be able to work any post on any shift, with responsibilities that may include use of force to maintain discipline as required by policy and contract standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order, safety and security of residents in a correctional facility.
• Engage in interchangeable work areas including armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

$34.32 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

$34.32 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 21 years of age.

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