Full Time Armed Detention Officer

Full Time Armed Detention Officers

Akima Infrastructure Protection (AIP) is looking for Full Time Armed Detention Officers to work in Carlsbad, NM. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today. Compensation : $3500 sign on bonus for selected qualified candidates with a current DHS ICE or CBP Clearance! Hourly Rate : $34.00. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties related to the detention, processing, safeguarding, security, and escort of detainees as required by the contract
• Exercises surveillance and control over detainees and maintains order and discipline
• Make official entries in the processing logbooks that are legible and complete
• Conduct a security and sanitation check of the area prior to relieving the outgoing officer
• Inventory all equipment and notate the results in the logbook
• Receive all authorized equipment and ensure that it is in proper working condition
• You are required to duty carry one of the authorized intermediate weapons
• Intermediate weapons should be used in accordance with Service approved Use of Force policy
• Ensure that your communication radio is in good working order with a fully charged battery
• Inspect, maintain, and care for authorized equipment including but not limited to :
• Qualify with a company issued semi-automatic pistol with appropriate duty belt and magazines
• Successfully complete all assigned training including defensive tactics and course requiring a minimum physical stamina
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures
• Follows company-wide safety policies and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting, and monitoring as outlined in the Officer Handbook and other Company Safety Policies
• Armed Detention Officers are responsible for guarding and safeguarding non-citizen detainees and the general public at government buildings in either a custodial or court settings
• Qualify on a standard course of fire twice yearly and up to four times annually if required
• Complete all training, basic and annual refresher, maintain an appropriate level of fitness and continually meet all job requirements throughout the contract life span

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Job ID 2025-15508

Work Type On-Site

Pay Range 34.00

Health & Welfare 4.98

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Infrastructure Protection (AIP), an Akima company, is not just another federal management operations contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AIP, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our government customers , AIP delivers the trained personnel, equipment, and processes to safeguard federal assets and provides protective services and detention management operations for critical mission requirements.

As an AIP employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.