Youth Detention Center Security & Safety Officer

Hamilton County Mayor's Office; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Mayor's Office seeks a security specialist for the Juvenile Detention Center. Under supervision, you will oversee safety, manage bookings and transports, and maintain records. The position is designated for the female unit per state guidelines and requires a Federal NCIC background check and fingerprinting.

Starting salary is $53,897.00. Responsibilities include supervising detainees, conducting inspections, and providing care, with rotating shifts and potential overtime as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field and valid driver's license.
• Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or related field and valid driver's license.
• High school diploma with at least 1 year of direct work experience in security or related field; valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees safety and well-being of detainees; handles booking, releases, records, inspections, and searches.
• Transports and escorts detainees to court/appointments; provides meals, medical attention; investigates incidents and writes reports.

Skills

Detention supervision

Records management

CPR/First Aid

Negotiation techniques

Oral and written communication

Team cooperation

Education

Bachelors in Criminal Justice

Associate degree in Criminal Justice

High school diploma with security experience

Tools

Personal computer skills

Software applications

Job description

Hamilton County Mayor's Office seeks a security specialist for the Juvenile Detention Center. Under supervision, you will oversee safety, manage bookings and transports, and maintain records. The position is designated for the female unit per state guidelines and requires a Federal NCIC background check and fingerprinting.

Starting salary is $53,897.00. Responsibilities include supervising detainees, conducting inspections, and providing care, with rotating shifts and potential overtime as