Grant, County of (NM)
Silver City, NM
Under the direction of the Detention Center Administration, the Detention Officer is expected to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the detainees and the continuous safety and secure operations of the facility. Successful candidates will be required to serve a one (1) year probationary period. Officer is responsible for enforcement of rules & regulations in detention facility, preventing escapes & riots, maintaining order & discipline among inmates, and escorting inmates to and from cells and work assignments. Responsible for operating and inspecting various security devices, reporting violations of rules & keeping count of inmates as assigned. Duties include controlling inmates from work stations or by patrolling cell blocks, corridors, and work areas; inspecting all areas of the facility for unauthorized objects; checking sanitary conditions and fire and safety hazards; enforcing rules of conduct, security and labor standards by making written and...