Detention Officer-On Call

About the role

Work with a purpose and begin a meaningful career with Management & Training Corporation. At the El Valle Detention Facility in Raymondville, Texas, our foundation is based upon the philosophies of caring about others, giving back, and making a social impact. Why: Make a positive impact in your community by doing meaningful work that results in a rewarding career.

Responsibilities

• Search for contraband and provide security.
• Count, feed and supervise non-citizens in housing, work, and other areas.
• Provide custody and security of non-citizens including observation of non-citizens.
• Perform security of various assigned areas.
• Perform specific security functions including ‘pat’ and ‘strip’ searches, by squatting and bending to perform such functions.
• Also required to climb ladders or stairs in search of contraband.
• Transfer and transport non-citizens by walking or riding in vehicles.
• Restrain and secure assaultive non-citizens, as needed.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts and all posts assignments.
• Maintain the secure custody and security of non-citizens including observation of non-citizens, which includes long periods of standing and sitting.
• Required to make periodic rounds of assigned area which may include long periods of walking and standing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior correctional experience is preferred but not required.
• A valid driver license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Pay

$23.61 per hour

Schedule

On-call