Detention Officer

Gulfshoresal; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfshoresal in Irving, TX seeks a Corrections Officer to perform booking, fingerprinting, photographing arrestees, and intoxilyzer testing. The role includes screening and supervising inmates, meal preparation, jail maintenance, and reporting daily activities.

The position requires access to CJIS systems and participation in mandatory training. Applicants must be at least 18, possess a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Texas driver’s license, and a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background checks and CJIS access.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid Texas driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Book arrestees and process fingerprints and photographs.
• Conduct intoxilyzer tests and daily searches of the jail.
• Supervise inmates, prepare meals, feed, and release inmates; maintain jail cleanliness and maintenance.
• Prepare and submit daily activity reports and attend court as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Duties include booking, fingerprinting and photographing arrested persons; conducting intoxilyzer tests; searching and screening, supervising, preparing meals for, feeding, and releasing jail inmates; cleaning and handling maintenance of the jail; preparing and submitting daily activity reports;conducting daily searches of the jail facility; processing monies for bonds/fines; and attending court as needed. Duties will require ability to restrain and secure combative prisoners using verbal skills, hand control techniques and/or other accepted methods; attending mandatory training courses and maintaining all required certifications. Hours include two shifts covering a 24-hour period. A high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Class C Texas driver's license and a good driving record are required. Must be at least 18 years of age to be hired. Duties involve access to sensitive Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS), which requires that a thorough background check be conducted. Candidates will be subject to a polygraph exam, a psychological exam,and criminal history check. Must not have any criminal conviction above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or any Class B misdemeanor within the past 10 years; other convictions may also be considered.

PAY GRADEGG14/ FULL PAY RANGE $21.94- $30.94PER HOUR