Detention Officer

Job Introduction: HIRING NOW The world's leading private security organization, G4S, has an immediate job opportunity for a Detention Officer. As a Detention Officer, you will be responsible for the secure and safe transportation, guarding and escorting, of detainees from specified sites to designated points. Detention Officers duties include, but are not limited to, armed transportation services, escorting detainees to and from transport vehicles, and monitoring detainees in your custody. G4S is a security provider for the United States government, fortune 500 companies, nuclear power plants, oil and gas companies, airport, ports, banks, hospitals, factories, warehouses, commercial facilities, residential communities and much more. As a full time employee of G4S, you will be entitled to the following benefits: Major Medical, Dental and VisionPaid vacation401KOpportunities for additional training to aid in your professional development As an employee you will also be able to participate in the Promote Me Community. Promote Me is available to interested current employees as a way to express interest in further advancement, as well as gain information and encourage professional development. Further, as a current employee you will be eligible to participate in large group rates for the following benefits: Critical IllnessAccident InsuranceWhole Life InsuranceIndividual Short-Term DisabilityPre-Paid Legal ServicesIdentity Theft ServicesPet Insurance In addition, G4S provides benefits that are automatically available to all full or part-time employees, whether you enroll in a G4S insurance plan or not. And with no premiums to pay RxCut Pharmacy Discount ProgramDoctor on DemandQualsight LASIK SavingsPerks at Work: G4S Employee Discount ProgramAlliant Credit UnionPurchasing PowerActive & Fit: G4S Fitness Center MembershipFinFit: Financial Wellness ProgramDailyPay: Access your pay when you need it G4S offers job security, excellent pay and benefits, and career opportunities. We offer entry level careers, management careers, sales careers and executive careers across the United States and internationally. Role Responsibility: Specific Duties and Essential Functions Inspect and prepare transportation vehicles for daily operation requirements; perform pre- and post-trip inspection of vehicles; fill out required paperwork to report any damage or defectsConduct pat-down searches of detainees; ensure that detainees are properly secured prior to leaving a facility and while in a vehicle; ensure that all paperwork is obtained and completely accurately and thoroughly when obtaining detainees at a facility and delivering them to their appropriate destinationsSafe operation of vehicles; ensures that all safety and legal measures are followed at all time while transporting detainees, including but not limited, to all application federal, state, municipal and organizational laws, regulations, policies, and procedures The Ideal Candidate: Education, Licenses and Certifications Required Must possess a high school diploma or equivalentAbility to meet and maintain any applicable licensing, including driver's license or certification requirementsCurrent and valid Arizona Armed Guard LicenseType and Length of Specific Experience Required Must possess a minimum of two (2) years driving experienceMust possess one or more of the following:One (1) year of civilian or military police experienceOne (1) year of experience as a correctional officerOne (1) year of general experience that demonstrates the following:The ability to greet and deal tactfully with the general publicCapability of understanding and applying written and verbal orders, rules, and regulationsAbility to interpret printed rules and regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materialsAbility to compose reportsExercise of good judgment, courage, alertness, an even temperament, and ability to render satisfactory performance through knowledge of his/her position responsibilitiesAbility to maintain poise and self-control during situations that involve mental stress; such as fires, explosions, civil disturbances, and building evacuationsSkills Required Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitorsAbility to interact cordially and communicate with the publicEffective oral and written communication skillsActive listening skillsAbility to assess and evaluate situations effectivelyAbility to identify critical issues quickly and accuratelyAttention to detailOther Must be at least 21 years old or the minimum age required by the StateMust be a United States CitizenMust have access to reliable transportationSubject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by lawMust be able to provide, upon job offer, a DD214 discharge document with discharge status indicated, if prior militaryUpon acceptance of a job offer, must be able to pass the following:MMPI - Psychological testingPhysical exam, if armed or required by client contractPhysical Requirements and Environment Environment: Indoor and outdoor, temperature ranges from moderate to extreme cold and heat Major activity: Walking, standing, speaking, listening, observing Physical efforts to carry out job duties: Standing, walking, and sitting. Minimal to no stooping or kneeling.