Detention Officer: Safeguard & Supervise Detainees

The GEO Group, Inc.; El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

401(k) Matching

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Discounts on Tuition

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. seeks capable security professionals to supervise detainees and maintain safe conditions within our facilities. You will coordinate daily activities, monitor movement, and enforce rules to protect staff and inmates while documenting incidents and coordinating with teams.

We value reliability, punctuality, and the ability to handle high-stress situations. A clean background and basic qualifications enable you to contribute to our broader rehabilitation mission.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check and rigorous background investigation mandatory.
• Ability to work up to 16 hours within a rolling 24-hour period.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old.
• Possession of a valid state driver’s license may be required.
• Must be able to handle physical and mental stress in a security role.
• Must regularly report to work on time and be dependable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor detainees in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.
• Coordinate detainee movement including counts and emergency responses.
• Ensure program activities stay safe and supervise labor crews.
• Conduct searches for contraband and confiscate prohibited items as required.
• Maintain daily logs and disciplinary reports.
• Provide prompt assistance to detainees who are injured or ill.
• Report maintenance or repair needs to keep the facility clean.

Skills

Maturity and stress tolerance

Punctuality

Physical stamina

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State driver’s license (if needed)

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. seeks capable security professionals to supervise detainees and maintain safe conditions within our facilities. You will coordinate daily activities, monitor movement, and enforce rules to protect staff and inmates while documenting incidents and coordinating with teams.

We value reliability, punctuality, and the ability to handle high-stress situations. A clean background and basic qualifications enable you to contribute to our broader rehabilitation mission.