Detention Officer - CHAVES COUNTY : Job Details

Veterans Preference:The Jobs for Veterans Act mandates priority of service to veterans seeking employment and training opportunities. To ensure compliance with this law, this job posting will be available only to veterans for the first 24 hours. After this period, the job will be released to all job seekers. JOB SUMMARY:Responsible for maintaining inmate security in the Detention Center, including enforcement of rules, preventing escapes, escort prisoners. Additional duties as needs arise and as dictated by management, may include, but are not limited to, classification of detainees, assignment to the Alternative to Secure Detention Program, participating in the STG (Security Threat Group), transporting detainees outside the facility for various appointments or transfers between jails and prisons. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or G.E.D., 18 years of age, two years' work experience, no related experience required. CERTIFICATION/TRAINING: Must possess and maintain a valid NM driver's license and be insurable under the County's insurance carrier. Certification required by state law or county. Must complete any and all training as required by Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) as well as training required by the Detention Administrator. SPECIAL NOTE: Chaves County is a drug free employer. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected class.