Lead Hospital Officer: Detainee Care & Security

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking a Lead Hospital Officer to supervise detainees in a hospital setting. You will maintain custody, follow medical guard protocols, and ensure safety and compliance across shifts.

The role requires leadership experience in law enforcement, a high school diploma, and valid state firearms and security licenses. Travel and overtime are frequently required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. State requisites for employment must be met.
• Three (3) years of continuous law enforcement experience with at least two (2) years in a lead role or completion of GEO's Supervision Training Course.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must possess a State Firearms License and a State Security Guard License.
• Must have completed an approved training program in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military.

Responsibilities

• Maintain custody and control of detainees in the hospital at all times.
• Follow restraint protocols per Medical Guarding Procedures.
• Ensure restraints do not interfere with medical procedures or harm detainees.
• Keep detainees within sight and under proper supervision at all times.
• Prevent detainees from having outside visitors unless contract or court order allows.
• Avoid routine phone calls unless required by contract.
• Prepare and file reports with Transportation Supervisor according to policies.
• Record events in duty logs and report unusual events immediately.
• Ensure detainees are secured before leaving the hospital.
• Adhere to all safety laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Overtime availability

Travel readiness

Leadership ability

Physical endurance

Situational awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Firearms License

State Security Guard License

Certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military

Job description

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking a Lead Hospital Officer to supervise detainees in a hospital setting. You will maintain custody, follow medical guard protocols, and ensure safety and compliance across shifts.

The role requires leadership experience in law enforcement, a high school diploma, and valid state firearms and security licenses. Travel and overtime are frequently required.