DETENTION OFFICER Job at The GEO Group, San Diego, CA

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  • The GEO Group
  • San Diego, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

If you are looking for an exciting new opportunity or to advance your career in criminal justice, corrections, or security, look no further because The GEO Group is hiring motivated individuals seeking their next opportunity. No experience is necessary and paid on-the-job training is provided. Just come with a willingness to learn and a desire to help others and you will fit right in as part of this growing team of professionals. As a Detention Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing and caring for detainees at your facility while ensuring that the rules, policies, and procedures are applied fairly and consistently.

Why work for GEO:

GEO is a place for professional growth, exploration, creativity, and valuable interpersonal relationships. If you're interested in achieving extraordinary things, send in your application and join a community that cares.

Responsibilities

In this job, you will:

  • Supervise and monitor detainees in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.
  • Coordinate their movement (conducting counts and providing emergency response as needed).
  • Make sure program activities stay safe and supervise labor crews.
  • Conduct shakedowns for contraband materials (by yourself or with your team) and confiscate prohibited items as per policies and procedures
  • Keep daily logs on detainees (including disciplinary reports).
  • Provide prompt and appropriate assistance to those who have been injured, ill, or have suffered trauma.
  • Report any maintenance or repair needs to keep your facility clean.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
  • College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred. Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity preferred.
  • Possession of applicable state requisites for employment.
  • Ability to work overtime as required.
  • Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.
  • Must be able to regularly report to work without being late.
  • Ability to be physically alert on any shift that is assigned.
  • Ability to work up to sixteen (16) hours within a rolling twenty-four (24) hour period.
  • Work experience in a correctional setting preferred.
  • May be required to possess valid state driver’s license.
  • Must be mature, flexible, able to command the respect and confidence of inmates or detainees and staff, and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.
  • Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • Must be willing to undergo a rigorous background investigation as required by U.S. Marshals.

GEO Secured Services

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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