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CoreCivic

Detention Officer - Torrance

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $47,424/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Estancia, NM (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/19/2026

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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.

$55,176 / year median in New Mexico

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

$27.27 Per Hour Position range in Albuquerque MSA $20.46

$25.14 Per hour Detention Officer
Torrance CoreCivic

Occupation:

Correctional Officers and Jailers

Location:

Estancia, NM

87016

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

07/21/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

CoreCivic | NLX

Web Site:

www.corecivic.com Job #: req33883 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Age 18 and up Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. $27.27 per hour

All Detention Officers hired between June 1, 2026, through July 31, 2026 Offering Sign-on Bonus up to $3,000
At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.

We are currently seeking a Detention Officer who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve. The Detention Officer performs routine duties in accordance with established policies, regulations and procedures to maintain order and provide for the security, care and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments and during all other phases of activity in a correctional facility. May employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order. Must be able to work any post assignment on any shift.

Responsible for maintaining order, safety, and security of residents in a correctional facility.
Engage in a variety of interchangeable work areas that includes, but is not limited to, armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation, etc.

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Qualifications:

High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
Must complete pre-service correctional officer training and, where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment.
A valid driver's license and clear driving record is required.
Demonstrate ability to complete any required training, as established or necessary to meet contract requirements and/or standards.
Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

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

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