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Detention Officer - Leavenworth KS

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Leavenworth, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026
Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.

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$28.25 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.

Auto req ID

470040BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job_Category

Security

Qualifications

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.

Must complete pre-service correctional officer training and, where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment.

A valid driver's license and clear driving record is required.

Demonstrate ability to complete any required training, as established or necessary to meet contract requirements and/or standards.

Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other City*

Leavenworth

State*

Kansas

Job Code

Corrections Corrections

Affiliate Sponsor

Corrections Corporation of America CCA

Salary : $28

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