Job Summary :

The Detention Officer is responsible to ensure the safety and security of detainees in custody, acting in accordance with the highest ethical standards at all times, and ensuring a spirit of fairness and integrity in the on-going execution of their duties.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities :

Performs duties related to the detention, processing, safeguarding, security, and escort of detainees as required by the contract

Supervises and controls detainee behavior during the operation of the detention facility; or restrain by force if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints

Exercises appropriate judgment in handling of special needs situations or detainees

Communicate effectively and coherently with other staff or detainee with approved facility communication devices including the telephone system, intercom system, and portable radios;

demonstrate effective communicative skills with detainee, public and staff

Performs searches of detainees, vehicles, mail items, objects capable of concealing contraband, buildings, indoor and outdoor areas which may involve feeling or detecting objects, walking, kneeling, bending or stooping for long periods of time

Escorts detainees (hostile, aggressive, passive, using handcuffs and other approved restraints in accordance to policy and procedure

Maintains company equipment and uniforms in functional condition as prescribed for by company policy

Transports detainees securely using ICE approved restraints and vehicles to off-site location

Ensures that your communication radio is in good working order with a fully charged battery

Inspects, maintains, and cares for authorized post related equipment

Attends to housing, feeding, and the physical well-being of detainees, on a variety of shifts 24 hours a day

Enforces rules and regulations of the detention facility

Provides care, custody and control of detainees at all times

Removes detainees from holding areas using proper restraints and security measures

Guards detainees at deportation or exclusion hearings

Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures

Follows company-wide safety policies and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring as outlined in the Officer Handbook and other Company Safety Policies

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

Speak, read, write, and understand English

Must maintain physical fitness standards and must be able to pass and maintain required physical testing requirements and standards which includes :

Must be able to lift heavy object up to 50lbs frequently and up to 70lbs occasionally

Must be able to push a wheel chair bound individual weighing up to 300 lbs and helping individual in and out of chair

Must be able to bend, stoop, crawl, kneel, twisting, reaching overhead and climb stairs, ladders and slopes periodically

Must be able to pass a medical examination and meet health requirements

Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time minimum 4 hours

Must be at least 21 years of age and a US citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the United States for permanent residence and have resided in the .

for the last five years

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Must have the ability to pass a criminal background and consumer credit check (no criminal record) to obtain and maintain a DHS / ICE government clearance

Must be able to pass all pre-employment and random drug tests

Must be able to pass a medical examination and meet health requirements

Must possess a valid state driver's license

Experience :

Ability to greet and deal tactfully and professionally with the general public

Must be willing to work shift hours to include, evening, nights, weekends and holidays

Capability of following and interpreting / understanding written and verbal orders, policies and regulations, printed rules and regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and are able to compose written and oral reports

Ability to exercise good judgment : courage, alertness, an even temperament, and render satisfactory performance through his / her responsibilities

Ability to maintain poise and self-control during potential emergencies and unexpected situations that may involve mental and physical stress such as disturbances, altercations, fires, and building evacuations

Ability to concisely and accurately prepare and write narratives of incidents and other written reports

Must be able to exercises judgment and use discretion in dealing with first response to any and all situations

Must have the ability to work with a diverse population of people, including people of different cultures, with different values and lifestyles;

with a cross cultural perspective

Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in methods and techniques of securing and controlling detainees by following required training, policy and procedure

Must maintain proficiency with any special equipment used for your position

Must maintain a professional personal appearance, calm demeanor, and discretion with confidential information

Must possess a high degree of integrity, accountability

Must adhere to the American Correctional Association and DHS ICE National Detention Standards at all times

Preferred : Bilingual

Bilingual

Associate or Bachelor level degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Pay and Benefits :

Hourly Rate : $17.72 / hour during new hire training and $35.97 / hour after training.

Posted Salary Range

35.97

Benefits Information

CBA - The benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Job : Security, Intelligence & Defense Analysis

Travel : None

Organization : AGS - Akima Global Services

Clearance : Able to Obtain Public Trust

Work Type : On-Site

Remote : No

ReqID : 2024-11313

Last updated : 2024-06-01