Detention Officer

CoreCivic; Natchez (MS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Detention Officer to support the orderly and secure operation of a correctional facility in Natchez, MS. The role involves maintaining order, safety, and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, meals, recreation, and work assignments within the facility.

Responsibilities include working across areas such as armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, and visitation while complying with established policies.

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

$20.33 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 18 years of age.

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