Detention Officer: Secure, Serve & Safely Process

City of Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Garland is seeking a Detention Officer to detain and process arrestees in the City of Garland, ensuring humane treatment and constitutional rights during confinement. Duties include meal service, health items, and medication dispensation while maintaining inmate welfare.

Responsibilities also cover security monitoring, bond and fine processing, and arraignment packet preparation. Minimum qualifications require a high school diploma or GED, with no experience required; up to 1 year

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Detain, process and release arrested persons, including juveniles, while ensuring welfare and security of inmates and staff.
• Prepare and serve meals, provide basic health items, and dispense medications as needed.
• Monitor detention center security, cameras, doors and gates inside and outside.
• Process and collect payments for bonds and fines; prepare arraignment packets for the judge.

Skills

Constitutional rights

Detainment policies

Reporting systems

Data transcription

Photography equipment

Video recording equipment

Computer basics

First aid/CPR

Calm under pressure

Body searches

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Garland is seeking a Detention Officer to detain and process arrestees in the City of Garland, ensuring humane treatment and constitutional rights during confinement. Duties include meal service, health items, and medication dispensation while maintaining inmate welfare.

Responsibilities also cover security monitoring, bond and fine processing, and arraignment packet preparation. Minimum qualifications require a high school diploma or GED, with no experience required; up to 1 year