Detention Specialist

City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated Detention Specialist to perform functions within the Police Department.

About the role

As a Detention Specialist, you spend your day supervising and interacting with inmates and ensure their safety and health. You provide inmate transport to court, interview rooms, and other agencies. You complete administrative work, communicate and respond to queries. Perform and oversee the inventory of jail supplies and inmate property, evidence, and lost and found items. Assist in the implementation of safety procedures and provide janitorial services. You enjoy being helpful and have no problem providing assistance and support to other divisions within the department as needed.

Qualifications

Required Education: High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalency.

Education Preference: Associate's Degree

Required Work Experience: One (1) year of related experience.

Experience Preference: Two (2) years of related experience

• Must have a current valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety with a satisfactory driving record
• Must be able to obtain NCIC/TLETS certification within six (6) months of employment
• Must be a U.S. Citizen (certification requirement)
• Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred

Ideal candidates can handle multiple tasks, have excellent oral and written communication skills, are attentive to detail, enjoy working as part of a team, and demonstrate dependability.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life & ADD insurance
• Retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a city match of 2 to 1
• 100%-paid medical and 100%-paid dental with optional dependent coverage
• Workers compensation
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Healthy lifestyle program
• Access to Active Edinburg fitness centers

Pay

$15.05/hr

About City of Edinburg

Edinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an all-American city four times by the National Civic League, placing it among a handful of outstanding communities in the nation. The city offers exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, making it a great place to work. Employees share the city's dedication and are appreciated through competitive compensation, exceptional PTO opportunities, and other great benefits to help them lead healthy, productive lives.