Detention Officer: Ensure Safety, Supervise & Support

The GEO Group, Inc.; Robstown (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a dedicated security professional to supervise detainees and ensure safe, compliant operations at our facilities.

You will coordinate movements, monitor activities, and respond to emergencies while maintaining clear records and supporting staff across shifts. Successful candidates will have a high school diploma, appropriate state requisites, and training in behavioral sciences or correctional services, with a preference for diversity sensitivity training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent 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.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor detainees in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.
• Coordinate their movement (conducting counts and providing emergency response as needed).
• Make sure program activities stay safe and supervise labor crews.
• Conduct shakedowns for contraband materials (by yourself or with your team) and confiscate prohibited items as per policies and procedures.
• Keep daily logs on detainees (including disciplinary reports).
• Provide prompt and appropriate assistance to those who have been injured, ill, or have suffered trauma.
• Report any maintenance or repair needs to keep your facility clean.

Education

College coursework in behavioral sciences

Advanced training in correctional services

Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a dedicated security professional to supervise detainees and ensure safe, compliant operations at our facilities.

You will coordinate movements, monitor activities, and respond to emergencies while maintaining clear records and supporting staff across shifts. Successful candidates will have a high school diploma, appropriate state requisites, and training in behavioral sciences or correctional services, with a preference for diversity sensitivity training.