Detention Officer — Custody & Safety Champion

Los Alamos County, NM; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 33,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Alamos County Detention Division is seeking a Non-Exempt Detention Officer responsible for custody and control of inmates in the detention facility. Under supervision, you will enforce laws and department regulations to ensure safety for staff and the public, while preserving confidentiality of privileged information.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 21+ years of age, NM Class D license within 30 days, and certifications in Corrections Officer/Detention Officer and Food

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must obtain NM Class D license within 30 days of employment.
• Must complete Corrections Officer/Detention Officer certification within 1 year.
• Must obtain Food Handler’s certification within 1 year.
• Must be able to obtain firearms certification within 6 months.
• Successful background investigation and FBI fingerprint check.
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical and psychological exam.
• Pass pre-employment and random drug screening.
• Must not have felony or morals crimes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain custody and control of inmates in the detention facility.
• Enforce laws and departmental regulations for safety of staff and public.
• Maintain confidentiality of privileged information.

Skills

Twenty-one years of age

Background investigation

Pre-employment drug screening

Pre-employment physical and psych exam

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Corrections Officer/Detention Officer certification (NM)

Food Handler’s certification

Driver’s license (New Mexico Class D)

Tools

None specified

Job description

Los Alamos County Detention Division is seeking a Non-Exempt Detention Officer responsible for custody and control of inmates in the detention facility. Under supervision, you will enforce laws and department regulations to ensure safety for staff and the public, while preserving confidentiality of privileged information.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 21+ years of age, NM Class D license within 30 days, and certifications in Corrections Officer/Detention Officer and Food