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Detention Officer
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Summary

Location

Eloy

Type

full-time

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About this role

$26.95 / 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.

Qualifications:

  • 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. 

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.

 

Other facts

Tech stack
Security,Supervision,Discipline,Order Maintenance,Training,Communication,Teamwork,Problem Solving

About Core Civic

CoreCivic is a diversified, government-solutions company with the scale and experience needed to solve tough government challenge in cost-effective ways. We provide a broad range of solutions to government partners that serve the public good through high-quality corrections and detention management, innovative and cost-saving government real estate solutions, and a growing network of residential and non-residential alternatives to incarceration that help address America's recidivism crisis. We are the nation's largest owner of partnership correctional, detention and residential reentry facilities, and believe we are the largest private owner of real estate used by U.S. government agencies. The company has been a flexible and dependable partner for government for more than 40 years. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to help government better the public good. Learn more at www.corecivic.com.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Public Safety
Founding Year: 1983

What you'll do

  • The Detention Officer maintains order and provides security, care, and direct supervision of inmates in various activities within a correctional facility. Responsibilities include engaging in different work areas such as housing units, kitchen, and medical.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Detention Officer do at Core Civic?

As a Detention Officer at Core Civic, you will: the Detention Officer maintains order and provides security, care, and direct supervision of inmates in various activities within a correctional facility. Responsibilities include engaging in different work areas such as housing units, kitchen, and medical..

Why join Core Civic as a Detention Officer?

Core Civic is a leading Public Safety company.

Is the Detention Officer position at Core Civic remote?

The Detention Officer position at Core Civic is based in Eloy, Arizona, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Detention Officer position at Core Civic?

You can apply for the Detention Officer position at Core Civic directly through Clera. Click the "Apply Now" button above to start your application. Clera's AI-powered platform will help match your profile with this opportunity and guide you through the application process. You can also learn more about Core Civic on their website.