Detention Officer (Torrance facility location) - Sign on bonus up to $3,000
Estancia, NM, 87016, USA
- Customer Service
- Contract
- detention officer
- correctional officer
- inmate supervision
The Detention Officer is responsible for maintaining order, security, and the care of inmates in a correctional facility by performing routine duties and direct supervision. The role includes working various posts, possibly employing force or weapons to sustain discipline, and engaging in tasks across multiple facility areas such as housing, kitchen, and visitation. Candidates must complete correctional officer training, hold a valid driver's license, and meet age and licensing requirements.
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.
Qualifications:
- 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.




