DETENTION OFFICER

The GEO Group, Inc.; Folkston (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Holidays

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a Detention Officer to maintain custody, care, and control of detainees while enforcing facility policies.

You will monitor detainee activities, coordinate movements, and perform duties across posts as required to ensure safety and order within the facility. The role emphasizes documentation, emergency response, and adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• College coursework in behavioral sciences or related field preferred.
• Must possess state requisites for employment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee detainees in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.
• Coordinate detainee movements, conduct counts, and provide emergency response.
• Work across multiple posts such as control room, health services, and perimeter security.
• Provide security in program activities and supervise labor crews.
• Conduct shakedowns for contraband and confiscate items as per policy.
• Initiate disciplinary reports and maintain daily logs.

Skills

Overtime readiness

Stress tolerance

Maturity & flexibility

Punctuality

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework in behavioral sciences or related field

Job description

Benefits Information

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work For GEO

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary

The Detention Officer oversees and maintains custody, care, and control of detainees of a facility, while enforcing the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the company and contracting agency.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• The Detention Officer oversees and monitors the activities of the detainees in living areas, recreation activities areas, dining areas and visitation areas.
• Coordinates and monitors detainee movements, conducts counts, and provides emergency response as needed.
• The Detention Officer may be assigned to various posts including, but not limited to, the control room, front and sally port entrance, health services, special housing, perimeter security, transportation, work details, reception, intake, and visits officer, etc., as required by management.
• Provides security in program activities and supervises labor crews in various areas around facility.
• The Detention Officer conducts shakedowns for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team. Confiscates contraband in accordance to facility and contracting agency policies and procedures.
• Initiates disciplinary reports on detainees.
• The Detention Officer prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required.
• Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to detainees in the event of injury, illness, or trauma.
• The Detention Officer promotes facility cleanliness and reports need for maintenance or repairs.
• Serves as member of special teams to respond to emergencies as required.
• The Detention Officer completes training courses as required by facility training standards.
• Perform correctional duties for any shift as defined by management.
• The Officer performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred. Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity 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 twenty-four (24) hour period.
• Work experience in a correctional setting preferred.
• May be required to possess valid state driver’s license.
• Must be mature, flexible, able to command the respect and confidence of inmates and staff and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.