Armed Detention Officer

Job Location and Compensation

New York, USA. Salary: $37.15‑$42.15 per hour based on position. Shift: 6 p.m. – 6 a.m.

Work schedule:

Week 1 – Monday, Tuesday, Friday. Hours vary week to week; position is per‑diem.

• Maintain security of prisoners in the courtroom.
• Escort prisoners to and from the holding cells to the courtrooms utilizing handcuffs, shackles, and other restraints.
• Escort prisoners in medical facilities if admitted.
• Transport prisoners from correctional institutes to courthouse & medical facilities.
• Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.

• Must be able to stand for up to 6 hours.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of detention officer, law enforcement, or military police experience.
• State Unrestricted Carry Permit.
• State Armed Security License.

High School Diploma.

• NY State Security License
• State Armed Carry Permit
• CT Blue Card

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive pay
• Recognition and Reward Programs
• Training and Career Development Opportunities
• Medical, dental, holidays, vacation and sick, and 401(k) retirement plan for full‑time employees
• Proud Partner of Daily Pay: work today, get paid today!

Benefits:
Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Special Incentive Plans.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This job reports to the Manager.

This is an As Needed position; shifts include 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift.