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Detention Officer

corecivic
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 11/13/2025 CLOSED ON 1/12/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Detention Officer position at corecivic?

$23.46 per hour

 

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Detention Officer who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

The Detention Officer performs routine duties in accordance with established policies, regulations and procedures to maintain order and provide for the security, care and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments and during all other phases of activity in a correctional facility.  May employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order.  Must be able to work any post assignment on any shift.  

  • Responsible for maintaining order, safety, and security of residents in a correctional facility.
  • Engage in a variety of interchangeable work areas that includes, but is not limited to, armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation, etc.

Salary : $23

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