Detention Officer

National Police; Georgia; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic in Georgia is seeking a Detention Officer to maintain order and provide supervision for inmates in housing units, during meals, recreation, and work tasks within a secure facility.

The role may involve using force to maintain discipline and requires ability to work any post on any shift. Must have a high school diploma or GED, complete pre-service training, hold a state license if required, a valid driver's license, and be 18 or older.

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 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent

Job description

$21.86 per hour

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven bya deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibilityto better the public good. We are currently seeking a Detention Officerwho has a passion for providing the highest quality carein an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated tomaking an impact for the people and communities we serve.

The Detention Officer performs routine duties in accordance with establishedpolicies, regulations and procedures to maintain order and provide for the security, care and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, atmeals, during recreation, on work assignments and during all other phases ofactivity in a correctional facility. Mayemploy weapons or force to maintain discipline and order. Must be able to work any post assignment onany 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 18 years of age.

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