Detention Officer

NOW OFFERING LATERAL HIRE OPPORTUNITY!

Duties include booking, fingerprinting and photographing arrested persons; conducting intoxilyzer tests; searching and screening, supervising, preparing meals for, feeding, and releasing jail inmates; cleaning and handling maintenance of the jail; preparing and submitting daily activity reports; conducting daily searches of the jail facility; processing monies for bonds/fines; and attending court as needed.

• Restraining and securing combative prisoners using verbal skills, hand control techniques and/or other accepted methods.
• Attending mandatory training courses and maintaining all required certifications.
• Hours include two shifts covering a 24‑hour period.

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A valid Class C Texas driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Access to sensitive Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) requiring a thorough background check.
• Subject to a polygraph exam, a psychological exam, and a criminal history check.
• No criminal conviction above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or any Class B misdemeanor within the past 10 years; other convictions may also be considered.

GG14 / Full pay range $21.94 – $30.94 per hour

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The Irving Police Department is committed to the philosophy of community‑based policing and providing the best possible service to the residence of Irving. We embrace the vision that Irving will be the model for safe and beautiful neighborhoods; a vibrant economy; and exceptional recreational, cultural and educational opportunities. With compassion, integrity and innovation, we strive to institute trust and promote a high quality of life for residents, visitors and businesses.

The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees’ diversity makes them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community.

The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.