Senior Detention Officer: Jail Ops & Compliance

National Police; Carrollton, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Police in Texas seeks a Senior Detention Officer to manage care and custody of detainees, including booking, fingerprinting, videotaping, and court testimony. The role reviews compliance standards with the Detention Center Manager and can act as shift supervisor in their absence.

The position requires working twelve-hour shifts, including nights and weekends, and maintaining jail operations, records, and public windows.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• CPR, First Aid, NCIC/TCIC certifications required within 12 months of employment.
• Must complete On the Job Detention Officer Training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain legal documents and prisoner files, booking procedures, intake information, charges, and witness preparation.
• Supervise prisoners’ behavior to ensure jail safety and security.
• Support jail operations: meals, bedding, escorting to arraignment, camera monitoring, and records management.
• Provide testimony in court as needed and liaise with immigration officials when necessary.
• Assist in audits, training, and policy development as directed.

Skills

Customer service

Recordkeeping

Conflict management

De-escalation

Communication

Computer skills

Physical restraint

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

TCIC/NCIC Certification

Job description

National Police in Texas seeks a Senior Detention Officer to manage care and custody of detainees, including booking, fingerprinting, videotaping, and court testimony. The role reviews compliance standards with the Detention Center Manager and can act as shift supervisor in their absence.

The position requires working twelve-hour shifts, including nights and weekends, and maintaining jail operations, records, and public windows.