Detention Officer – Inmate Security & Facility Ops

Yuma County; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Yuma County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Detention Officer to supervise inmate movement, maintain security, and assist with daily operations within the detention facility. The role involves conduct of searches, processing of inmates, and ensuring safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

The position requires strong discipline, documentation, and the ability to respond to emergencies, with training in first aid, CPR, and AED as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a detention, jail, or law enforcement environment is preferred but not required.
• Ability to perform security inspections, head counts, and surveillance with attention to safety.
• Strong communication, record-keeping, and the ability to follow policy and procedure.

Responsibilities

• Control and supervise inmate movement and activities; supervise visitations and meals; maintain safety and security of facility, staff, inmates, and visitors.
• Conduct security walks, head counts, cell searches, sanitation checks, and inmate interviews for classification.
• Prepare logs, distribute mail, handle court paperwork, and operate surveillance and inmate processing equipment.
• Administer first aid, CPR, and AED when needed; respond to emergencies and call for medical attention as required.
• Assist in transportation of inmates to court or appointments and cooperate with other agencies on extraditions.

Job description

Yuma County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Detention Officer to supervise inmate movement, maintain security, and assist with daily operations within the detention facility. The role involves conduct of searches, processing of inmates, and ensuring safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

The position requires strong discipline, documentation, and the ability to respond to emergencies, with training in first aid, CPR, and AED as needed.