Detention Officer: Safety, Supervision & Reports

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Karnes City (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 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

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking a full-time role in Texas to supervise detainees and maintain secure, safe facilities. You will coordinate movements, monitor activities, and enforce procedures while ensuring compassionate care and timely incident reporting.

The position requires high school completion with the ability to work extended shifts, overtime, and pass background requirements. GEO provides comprehensive benefits and a path for career growth within its correctional services

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College coursework in behavioral sciences or related field preferred.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Physically able to work up to sixteen hours in a rolling 24-hour period.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor detainees in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.
• Coordinate detainee movement, conduct counts, and provide emergency response as needed.
• Ensure program activities stay safe and supervise labor crews.
• Conduct shakedowns for contraband and confiscate prohibited items.
• Keep daily logs and disciplinary reports.
• Provide prompt assistance to detainees who are injured or ill.
• Report maintenance or repair needs to keep facilities clean.

Skills

Physical stamina

Stress resilience

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking a full-time role in Texas to supervise detainees and maintain secure, safe facilities. You will coordinate movements, monitor activities, and enforce procedures while ensuring compassionate care and timely incident reporting.

The position requires high school completion with the ability to work extended shifts, overtime, and pass background requirements. GEO provides comprehensive benefits and a path for career growth within its correctional services