Detention Officer; Male

Responsibilities

• Conducts security and sanitation checks of the area prior to relieving the outgoing officer and throughout the shift.
• Inventories all equipment and notates the results in the logbook.
• Receives all authorized equipment and ensures that it is in proper working condition.
• Ensures that communication radio is in good working order with a fully charged battery.
• Performs duties related to the detention, processing, safeguarding, security, and escort of male detainees as required in the contract.
• Exercises surveillance and control over male detainees, and maintains order and discipline.
• Attends to male housing, feeding, and the physical well-being of male detainees, 24 hours a day.
• Makes official entries in the assigned post logbooks that are accurate, legible and complete.
• Enforces rules and regulations of the detention facility.
• Provides care, custody, and control of detainees.
• Removes detainees from holding areas using proper restraints and security measures.
• Supervises detainees at deportation or exclusion hearings, during transport, while receiving medical care and during other duties as assigned.
• Arrives on time for assigned shifts wearing full issued uniform and in compliance with dress code.
• Follows company-wide safety policies and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting, and monitoring as outlined in company safety policies.
• Successfully completes all assigned training including defensive tactics and course requiring a minimum physical stamina.
• Performs all duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures.

• Must be able to meet all health requirements.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Pass a criminal background and consumer credit check (no criminal record or poor credit history).
• Obtain and maintain a DHS/ICE government clearance.
• Pass all pre-employment and random drug tests.
• Pass a medical examination and meet health requirements as a continued condition of employment.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Possess a valid state driver's license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a state security guard license.
• Ability to greet and deal tactfully and professionally with the general public.
• Read, write, speak fluent English.
• Proficient at observation, memory of events, and ability to recall events to document in written reports.
• Capable of following, interpreting, and understanding written and verbal orders, policies and regulations, and can compose written and oral reports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, remain calm under pressure, and render satisfactory performance.
• Maintain poise and self-control during emergencies and stressful situations.
• Maintain a professional appearance and discretion with confidential information.
• Possess integrity and accountability and adhere to applicable standards and procedures.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with a diverse population with a cross-cultural perspective.
• Maintain current residency in the continental United States.

• Pre-employment physical is required; must be willing and able to meet physical fitness standards.

• Ability to walk through all areas of the facility for tours of duty in varied weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, and bend for extended periods.
• Ability to respond quickly during emergency situations, including jogging and fast walking.
• Must be able to lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 70 lbs occasionally.
• Must be able to push a wheelchair-bound individual weighing up to 300 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and climb stairs, ladders and slopes periodically.
• Maintain physical fitness standards for law enforcement-related position throughout employment.
• Must be capable of performing CPR and rendering assistance when needed.

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description cover the nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. The company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary in accordance with applicable agreements.

Job :

Work Type:
On-Site

Company

Description:

Akima Infrastructure Protection (AIP) provides protective services and detention management operations for critical mission requirements and is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If accommodation is needed, please contact us at  or .