Detention Officer

Detention Officer Oklahoma City, OK Job Details Full-time $40,000 - $50,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits 457(b) Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Military leave Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Medication dispensing Correctional experience CPR State healthcare regulations Medical emergency response High school diploma or GED Driver's License Driving Peace Officer Certification Security State-specific police officer certification Entry level Law enforcement

Full Job Description Incentives:

Employee Paid Meal Program.

Pay Details:

Cadets start at $40,000 annually with a pay increase to $47,000 annually upon successful completion of training, including an eight-week academy. Potential for pay increase at one year of service to $50,000 annually.

Job Description :

A Detention Officer performs responsible work in operating a twenty-four hour a day County/City detention facility in accordance with the established procedures and requirements outlined in federal/state laws and Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Authority and the Oklahoma Department of Health regulations and guidelines.

Duties include:

taking custody of residents from arresting officers; booking residents into the Detention Center by completing required documentation and forms; fingerprinting residents; verifying the identification of persons in custody and checking for outstanding warrants; transporting residents to and from state facilities and other law enforcement agencies; escorting residents to and from court and processing necessary paperwork; handling video arraignment court sessions for residents; and bonding out residents according to established guidelines. A Detention Officer is also responsible for the security and welfare of residents, which involves providing meals and dispensing medicine, as well as maintaining the security of the Detention Center.

Incentives:

Employee Paid Meal Program. Minimum Qualifications Required . Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or a GED and a minimum of one year's detention officer/ corrections officer/sworn police officer experience OR successful completion of the 8-week structured training program for a Detention Officer Trainee.

Transport Assignment:

Incumbents are required to be CLEET-certified police officers and must complete and maintain firearms qualifications as required by CLEET and the Oklahoma County Detention Center Training Division. Applicants will receive an invitation from Guardian Alliance Technologies to begin the background process.

Detention Officer Job Responsibilities:

Must have a VALID Driver License Complete/pass a background check Pass Drug Testing Complete Detention Academy training (academics and physical training i.e. defensive tactics, OC Spray, etc.) 8 weeks in duration Maintain resident security and safety (direct and indirect supervision) Prevent resident escapes Escorting residents to various locations within and outside of the facility Provide welfare checks and sight checks of residents Maintain facility documents, logs, and search residents and the facility for unauthorized items (contraband) Resolve resident fights Provide medical attention to residents (i.e. CPR) when needed Deliver meals, clothing, and other approved items to residents Inspect mail when required Ability to work in a loud and sometimes chaotic environment Available to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, or other special shifts Stand or sit for extended periods Lift, squat, bend, and climb stairs

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 457(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Military leave Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person