What are the responsibilities and job description for the Detention Officer position at City of Española?
Observes and monitors Detention Center inmates and detects and deters improper or unacceptable behavior. Controls and directs inmates while out of cell areas during transfers, work assignments, meals, recreation, etc. Books inmates into processing center and performs searches of individuals and Detention Center cells to locate weapons or contraband. Prepare logs, records and reports of Detention Center activities. Transports inmates to jail/Department of Corrections facilities, Court, hospital, etc. May perform duties of a Public Safety Aide including investigating minor traffic collisions, assisting motorists, directing traffic, assisting officers with accident reports, and proactive parking enforcement when not performing detention facility duties; priority will be detention/transport duties.
Qualifications
1. High School diploma or general education degree (GED) and one to three years related experience and/or related training; OR a. Equivalent combination of education and experience 2. Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation 3. CPR certified 4. Must successfully pass detention, Taser, and mace certifications 5. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license and be insurable by City’s auto insurance provider 6. Considerable knowledge of the city geography including street system and routes; and uniform traffic codes desirable 7. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Special Requirements
Must submit DPS Employment - Detention application - click on link this page for application.
Miscellaneous Information
•Uniform Allowance •PERA Retirement, City pays 75% of total contributions •Annual and sick leave •13 Paid Holidays per year •Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance, City pays 75% of health insurance premiums for employee and family •Basic life insurance, City pays 100% of premiums for employee •Educational opportunities
Job Details
Salary : $17 - $20