Job description
Work with a purpose! At Bluebonnet Detention Center, we help detainees in our care transition to the next phase of their journey to asylum while providing a safe and secure working environment for our staff.
Position: Detention Officer
Facility Name: Bluebonnet Detention Center
Location: 400 E 2nd St, Anson, TX 79501
Rate of pay: $20.57 per hour
Work schedule: Full-time; 12 hour shifts; 2 days on/2 days off then 3 days on/3 days off
Our team members enjoy:
- Health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance (free for employee)
- 401(k) with company match
- Long and short-term disability
- PTO and paid holidays
- Professional development assistance
- A chance to make a difference every day!!
Position summary: A Detention Officerposition is responsible for the custody and security of detainees assigned to the facility.
Essential responsibilities:
- Provide custody and security of detainees, including observation of detainees, in various assigned areas.
- Search for contraband and provide security. Perform specific security functions including ‘pat’ and ‘strip’ searches.
- Respond to any and all emergencies, which requires running, climbing stairs, using physical force to restrain detainees.
- Must have the ability to work all posts, comply with all post orders, and perform all duties outlined in post orders.
- May be required to transfer and transport detainees by walking or riding in vehicles. Restrain and secure assaultive detainees, as needed.
- Read, review and properly apply information found in detainee records which is related to the detainees’ health and safety and to the security of the facility. Provide appropriate information to other personnel.
- Properly prepare and maintain records, forms and reports, as appropriate.
Education & experience requirements:
- A high school diploma or equivalent is necessary.
- Prior corrections experience is preferred, but not required.
- US Citizenship is required.
- A valid driver license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required unless waived by management.
Management & Training Corporation is an equal opportunity employer
Tags: Security officer, correctional officer, CO, corrections, military police, DO, jailer, TDCJ, criminal justice
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.57 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Overtime
Application Question(s):
- Will you be able to reliably commute or relocate to ANSON, TX for this job?
Work Location: In person
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