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Apply training, experience and common sense to identify potentially dangerous situations, to make effective logical decisions, and to exercise the appropriate measure of tact or force to resolve dangerous or emotionally charged situations with minimum injury to self and others and minimum damage to property involved. An employee in this class series may receive work assignments in any or all of the following areas; Control, Booking/Release, Medical, Field Training Program, Disciplinary, Classification, Behavior Management, Warrants, Transports, Commissary, Supplies and Pod Management.

YEAR

Mohave CountyAZ

Detention Officer I

Applicant must not have been convicted of a crime that would constitute a felony under the laws of this state, a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a misdemeanor offense that the commission determines reflects on the honesty, trustworthiness, integrity or competence of the applicant as defined by rules and regulations of the commission; Applicant must be of good moral character sufficient to warrant the public trust in the applicant as a detention officer or law enforcement officer; The applicant must have a high school diploma, GED, or obtained the equivalent of a high school education. May be required to participate for 2-3 years in the WorkWellKS training seminars and the Lyon County, Kansas Wellness Team roles as: Convener, Facilitator, Secretary, Communications/Promotion, Liaison to the Executive, Meaningful Employee Engager, Event Planner, Benefits Liaison, Data Liaison, and/or Facilities.

Lyon County, Kansas

LYCO Detention Officer

The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office is seeking dedicated, disciplined, and service-driven individuals to join our team as Detention Officers . As a Detention Officer, you will: Supervise and monitor inmate activities and daily facility operations.

Fulton County Sheriff’s Office

Detention Officer – $10,000 sign on bonus

Crelate

Applicants who possess a degree or completed coursework that is not from an accredited college or university, must submit one of the following: A written statement from a U.S. accredited university or college that states that the applicant is qualified for entrance to a program of graduate studies for which a degree in a related field is required. For recent graduates who have not received proof of their degree yet, a letter from the registrars office stating that all requirements for graduation have been met and listing the field of study will be sufficient proof of graduation.

Yolo County

Detention Officer I/II

The facility is capable of housing up to 30 subjects; however, outside agencies are utilized for extended sentencing stays over 2 days and the Detention Officer is responsible for coordinating transportation to these outside agencies with the Patrol Division. The Lee’s Summit Police Department Detention Facility is a temporary holding facility for subjects who have committed a variety of crimes from misdemeanors to felonies.

City of Lee's Summit

Detention Officer

From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. May be assigned to various posts including, but not limited to, the control room, front and sally port entrance, health services, special housing, perimeter security, transportation, work details, reception, intake, and visits officer, etc., as required by management.

<a href="https://www.geogroup.com/GEOs_Continuum_of_Care">Global Leader in Evidence-Based Rehabilitation</a>
The GEO Group is committed to providing leading, evidence-based rehabilitation programs to individuals while in-custody and post-release into the community through the "GEO Continuum of Care®." GEO's diversified services platform provides unique capabilities for the delivery of educational and vocational programs, cognitive behavioral and substance abuse treatment, and faith-based services. The GEO Continuum of Care is enhanced in-custody offender rehabilitation programming, including cognitive behavioral treatment, integrated with post–release support services.
Who We Are
GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

The GEO Group Inc

DETENTION OFFICER - CERTIFIED

Performs work that requires good physical strength and condition to apply restraining techniques, defensive tactics, react to physical confrontations and emergency situations, may lift and/or carry people, supplies, equipment and/or other heavy, bulky items. Are you willing to work shift work to include, day or night shift, rotating shifts, various days off, holidays, and weekends?.

HOUR

Yavapai County

Detention Officer I - YCSO (Countywide)

Performs security and direct supervision duties within inmate housing units to maintain custody and control the activities of inmates; remains constantly alert for prisoner disruptions such as escape planning, fighting, thefts, suicide attempts, and other prohibited activity. Receives and searches incoming inmates; reviews admission forms for completeness and accuracy before booking inmates; completes paperwork for admittance and enters inmate information into computer; fingerprints and photographs inmates; transmits fingerprints to other law enforcement agencies.

Pulaski County

MobilityâConstant standing, walking, running, stooping, bending, climbing stairs and lifting of individuals which require strength, coordination, endurance and agility, driving, operation of a computer; Visualâconstant overall vision; constant color perception, constant eye-hand coordination; constant depth perception; frequent reading/close-up work; constant field of vision/peripheral; Dexterityâfrequent repetitive motion and reaching; Hearing/Talkingâconstant requirement to hear normal speech; constant hearing on telephone and radio; ability to hear faint sounds; constant talking on telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychologicalâconstant contact with hostile individuals; frequent exposure to emergency situations; frequent exposure to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; frequent decision-making; frequent concentration; Special Requirementsâassignments may require working weekend, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmentalâoccasional exposure to varied weather conditions. Establish rapport with youthful offenders; recognize emotional and behavioral problems; assess physical and emotional needs of individual youthful offenders; demonstrate clear written and oral skills; follow written and oral instructions/procedures; fairly and equitably enforce rules and regulations with firmness; organize and direct the activities of youthful offenders; utilize a variety of office equipment, including computer operation; operate communications and safety equipment; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; work with other staff to effect job duties; relate to a wide variety of socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds; physically restrain or subdue youthful offenders for the safety of themselves and others; drive in a safe manner.

San Joaquin County

Juvenile Detention Officer Assistant

Benefits: Inter-Con offers excellent full-time and part-time benefits that include: flexible scheduling to accommodate lifestyle commitments, vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, sponsorship for Top Secret Clearance, comprehensive training, discounts on higher education and much more. As an Armed Security Officer, you will be part of a highly trained security team that supports critical facilities and infrastructure, public venues that required an enhanced presence and personal protective services.

Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. was founded in 1973 and remains family-owned-and-operated. Our company culture is built around our history—as a family-owned business, fostering a sense of community is integral to our mission. We reward and recognize two things above all—a strong worth ethic and dedication to elite performance for our clients.
We employ over 35,000 people globally, all of whom dedicated to protecting and serving their communities. Inter-Con is amongst the largest multinational private security companies in the world with operations in North and South America, Africa, and Europe. With offices in across the globe, see where Inter-Con can take you!

Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc.

Armed Detention Officer PT (46116)

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Provides non-confidential inmate information to the public, attorney, and bond personnel over the phone and in person; maintains files on inmates; searches incoming property delivered for inmates to determine if it is allowable; verifies visitors acceptance by inmate, notifies the floor officer of visitor, records time and date of visits; prepares court dockets and pulls court releases. High school graduation or equivalent and demonstrated work experience to perform job duties, such as experience in local or federal detention or correction centers, military police, or other law enforcement settings or other similar work settings, OR, graduation from an associate degree program with emphasis in corrections or criminal justice or related field, OR, graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.

Guilford County NC

Detention Officer Pool - 2026

The successful candidate must have, or will be, required to successfully pass juvenile detention officer post-offer background check requirements as governed by the Arizona Code of Judicial Administration (ACJA) § 6-106 and ACJA § 6-311 (Detention Operations), operating under the statutory authority of A.R.S. § 8-203. Why Join Our Team: Our team of juvenile justice experts will teach you how to de-escalate situations, refine your crisis response, how to build rapport, they will help you build leadership skills, and show you how to work with youth on skill building.

Pima County

Juvenile Detention Officer I

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The successful candidate must have, or will be, required to successfully pass juvenile detention officer post-offer background check requirements as governed by the Arizona Code of Judicial Administration (ACJA) § 6-106 and ACJA § 6-311 (Detention Operations), operating under the statutory authority of A.R.S. § 8-203. Our team of juvenile justice experts will teach you how to de-escalate situations, refine your crisis response, how to build rapport, they will help you build leadership skills, and show you how to work with youth on skill building.

Pima County, AZ

Pima County, AZ Jobs

We are looking for people who want to make a difference working alongside the Police in custody suites, caring for detainees - From supporting them during the time spent in custody, completing forensic samples, working with other agencies to support and help with detainees' rehabilitation. You will be working in a small team alongside Police Officers: whilst also having the support of experienced Senior Custody Detention Officers to learn from.

Mitie Group Plc

Custody Detention Officer

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Under the direction of the Commander; Adheres to rules and regulations and Cameron County Jailer's Policy Plan; Reports mechanical failures in cell area to proper personnel; Reports all incidents involving inmates to shift sergeant, lieutenant, Jail Administrator, Chief Deputy or Sheriff; Maintenance daily log of shift activities at respective assigned area. Applicant must also be able to read, write, speak and understand English clearly and precisely; Must have no prior felony court convictions or Class A or B misdemeanor offenses; Able to work a twelve (12) hour shift; Must have a current and valid Texas Driver's License.

Cameron County

DETENTION OFFICER

We are committed to the prevention of crime and the protection of life and property; the preservation of peace, order, and safety; the enforcement of laws, and the safeguarding of a citizens constitutional guarantees. The starting salary for this position is $44,000 annually, or $21.15 per hour and comes with a full benefits package, including free health insurance, two retirement programs, life insurance policy, vacation/sick/holiday pay, and more.

Callaway County

IdealTraits

The purpose of this class is to provide for the safety of staff and inmates and the security of the Detention Center; to supervise inmate activities; and to perform related corrections and law enforcement work as assigned. Requires high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by the completion of required law enforcement coursework.

Richland County

Perform specific duties if assigned to the following areas: commissary, property transportation, recreation, escort/utility, mailroom, laundry, visitation, mobile patrol, central control, security housing units and intake. Successful completion of the ICE/ERO bus driver training program, or a comparable approved training program, and all local and state requirements for a commercial.

MTC Medical provides quality medical, dental, and mental-health services to inmates and detainees. It’s made a big difference in the lives of incarcerated individuals who are working hard to turn over a new leaf.
Helping Detainees as They Transition Back to Their Communities Backed by national accrediting organizations, MTC Medical staff are dedicated to providing quality medical and dental services to men and women at our correctional and detention facilities. We value the professional and caring employees we have on the MTC Medical team who are dedicated to improving people’s lives.
We have several facilities all over the country and you can check them out at https://www.mtctrains.com/careers/

Management & Training Corporation

Detention Officer Transportation

Must pass background check and CVSA (truth verification exam All applicants are required to provide Human Resources with the following original documents: State Certified Birth Certificate, High School Diploma or GED, DD-214 if applicant has prior military service, valid driver’s license and official sealed transcripts for any colleges attended, at the time the application is submitted. Duties include assisting in the admission and discharge of residents, participating in the organizing, directing and evaluating the juvenile offenders’ activities of the shift, ensuring all records are accurate and complete before transferring responsibility to the next shift, and providing support and structure for detained juveniles through fair and consistent enforcement of rules through application of consequences and through active listening and understanding.

Unified Government of Wyandotte County

Juvenile Detention Officer

Part time Juvenile Detention Officer Assistant positions supplement the full time Juvenile Detention Officers and depending on business need may work additional hours When all job qualifications are met, Juvenile Detention Officer Assistants may be considered for promotion to a regular, full-time Juvenile Detention Officer position. The Detention Services Program provides for the detention of male and female juveniles who are awaiting disposition of their cases by the court Services are provided 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, in a secure pre-adjudication facility.

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