Senior Detention Officer

About the role

The Senior Detention Officer assists in the supervision of the administrative and operational security activities in a detention facility. Directly supervises Detention Officers assigned to the shift. Provides for the protection of each inmate/resident and the preservation of each inmate’s/resident’s legal rights. Supervises the count of inmates/residents and directs adherence to all key control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to work any post assignment on any shift.
• Provide general supervision of Detention Officers and inmates/residents on the shift in the performance of their duties and evaluate as prescribed by the facility and corporate policy.
• Conduct inspections of all housing and general use areas to ensure that proper standards, facility operating procedures and corporate guidelines of security, health, safety, sanitation and welfare are maintained; direct staff and inmate/resident resources to correct problems detected.
• Affix security to the internal and external security of the facility; routinely inspect posts to observe alertness of personnel and to confirm security is properly maintained at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
• Three years experience in a criminal justice field, which preferably includes one year in a supervisory capacity.
• Additional education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Completion of basic pre-service officer training and, where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Pay

$30.27 per hour

Schedule

Mission critical positions may require rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and/or on-call status.

Benefits

CoreCivic offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Skills

Strong leadership skills, ability to work independently, and strong communication skills are essential.

Benefits

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE – including Disability/Veteran.