Detention Officer

Job description

Pay: $20 per hour Work schedule: Full time, 12-hour shifts Benefit package includes: Work with a purpose! Management & Training Corporation proudly operates the Otero County Prison Facility in Chaparral, New Mexico, where we provide a safe working environment for our employees. What you’ll do: You’ll be responsible for the custody and security of detainees assigned to the facility. - Health/dental/vision/prescription insurance - Life insurance, AD&D as well as short-term disability - 401(k) retirement plan - Paid time off & holidays - Employee assistance program - Career advancement opportunities Essential functions: - Search for contraband and provide security. - Count, feed and supervise inmates in housing, work and other areas, which includes climbing stairs. - Provide custody and security of inmate including observation of inmates, which includes long periods of sitting and standing. - Perform security functions, person, property and facility searches. Including “pat” and “strip” searches, which includes squatting and bending. - Transfer and transport inmates by walking or riding in vehicles. Restrain and secure assaultive inmates, as needed. - Respond to emergencies including...