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What they do
A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.
$58,116 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary A leading security firm in Washington, D.C. is seeking motivated individuals for the position of Contract Detention Officers (CDO). Responsibilities include the secure detention and transportation of prisoners while maintaining professionalism and compliance with federal guidelines. Candidates must have a high school diploma, be fluent in English, and possess relevant experience with an emphasis on safety protocols. Open availability for varied shifts is required.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description A leading security firm in Washington, D.C. is seeking motivated individuals for the position of Contract Detention Officers (CDO). Responsibilities include the secure detention and transportation of prisoners while maintaining professionalism and compliance with federal guidelines. Candidates must have a high school diploma, be fluent in English, and possess relevant experience with an emphasis on safety protocols. Open availability for varied shifts is required.#J-18808-Ljbffr