Detention Officer - Secure Facility & Positive Impact

Management & Training Corporation; Chaparral (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescrip.

Life, AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation's Otero County Processing Center in Chaparral, New Mexico, seeks a Custody Officer to uphold safety and order. You will supervise detainees, enforce facility rules, and respond to emergencies with calm, professional judgment.

This full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate, comprehensive benefits, 401(k), paid time off, and opportunities for training and advancement within a respected national company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Law enforcement or related experience preferred.
• Must successfully complete pre-service training.
• Valid driver's license in NM or TX with acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Responsibilities

• Search for contraband and provide security.
• Count, feed and supervise detainees in housing, work and other areas.
• Provide custody and security of detainees including observation of detainees.
• Perform security functions including pat searches and strip searches.
• Transfer and transport detainees by walking or in vehicles; restrain and secure assaultive detainees as needed.
• Respond to emergencies to search for detainees, administer first aid, and use force procedures when necessary.
• Read, review and apply information in detainee records related to health, safety and security.
• Prepare and maintain records, forms and reports.
• Carry out duties across areas such as property, escort/roving, central control, medical, yard squad, housing unit, administration segregation and intake.
• Incumbent may be required to work overtime.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Management & Training Corporation's Otero County Processing Center in Chaparral, New Mexico, seeks a Custody Officer to uphold safety and order. You will supervise detainees, enforce facility rules, and respond to emergencies with calm, professional judgment.

This full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate, comprehensive benefits, 401(k), paid time off, and opportunities for training and advancement within a respected national company.