Detention Officer

Detention Officer

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of : Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
• Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

The Detention Officer will perform general jail and detention work and is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of all personnel, detainees, and jail. This position is responsible for exercising initiative and independent judgement in completing assigned tasks; while also performing a variety of technical and administrative tasks associated with facility operations and the incarceration of detainees.

Salary range for this position is $30.86-$44.00 / hour. Hiring range for this position is $30.86-$34.20 / hour. Any additional relevant experience, education, and training will be considered above the beginning rate.

The deadline to submit applications is December 4th, 2025. However, it is subject to close at any time without prior notice once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained. This job requisition is for the Academy starting April 27th, 2026. During the hiring process to become a Detention Officer, new applicants will have to complete a physical agility assessment.

Due to the limited number of open Detention Officer positions, candidates will be ranked based on their interview performance and experience shown on their application. Following a successful background investigation, open positions will be offered in accordance with this ranking.

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Minimum Qualifications & Working Conditions :

Education : High School Diploma or GED. Must be at least 21 years of age.

Knowledge : Knowledge of the methods and procedures of processing detainees; and detention facility operating requirements.

Abilities :

Skills : Skill in the operation of a personal computer and related software; keyboarding skills.

Licenses, Certificates and / or Equipment Required :

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For Veterans preference : Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission. Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References : As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.