Detention Officer

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Detention Officer to join our team at the Ellis County Sheriff's Office. As a Detention Officer, you will play a critical role in maintaining the safety and security of our facilities and ensuring the well-being of our inmates.

• Conduct thorough searches of inmates and their property to prevent contraband and maintain a secure environment.
• Perform administrative tasks, including report writing and record-keeping, to ensure accurate and up-to-date information.
• Monitor inmate behavior and respond to emergencies in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain the security of internal and external doors, elevators, and other areas of the facility.
• Participate in life safety drills and respond to emergency situations as needed.
• Assist with feeding, laundry exchange, recreation, religious services, visitation, and other functions to ensure the overall well-being of inmates.

• Be a citizen of the United States of America.
• Be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent, or a minimum of 3 college hours with a GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale from a regionally-accredited college.
• Have a favorable driving record and hold a valid driver's license; if not licensed in the State of Texas, be able to obtain a Texas Driver License before employment.
• Have 20/20 vision, either corrected or uncorrected, in each eye; uncorrected vision cannot exceed 20/100 in each eye, unless corrected by the use of corrective lenses, which must be worn on duty and/or during all enforcement-related activities or off-duty employment.
• Have no hearing loss greater than 30-decibels (correction) in either ear; uncorrected hearing cannot exceed a 60-decibel loss in either ear.
• Be of good character and have a favorable work and school record.
• Be able to stand, walk, push, pull, and lift as required by the job.
• Successfully complete Detention Officer training and obtain state certification to retain employment.
• Not have a criminal record that would preclude hiring, as determined by TCLEOSE and Ellis County Sheriff's Office standards.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Annual Personal Day
• TCDRS Retirement
• Sick Leave Plan
• VALIC Deferred Compensation