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Detention Officer

Curry County, NM
Clovis, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 6/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/27/2026

Responsible for maintaining inmate security in Curry County Adult Detention Center including enforcement of rules, preventing escapes, inmate and detainee escort; operates under direct supervision. Position requires working under stress.

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