Job Description
Detention Officer
Pay Rate : $23.41 per hour
Sign-On Bonus :
- Up to $3,000 for new employees hired between August 1, 2025 – November 30, 2025 .
- Rehire employees are eligible if their most recent break in service is six months or more .
At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism, and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Detention Officer who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in a secure, institutional setting. Come join a team dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.
Position Overview
The Detention Officer performs routine duties in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures to :
Maintain order, safety, and security of residents in a correctional facility.Provide direct supervision of inmates / residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments, and throughout all phases of daily activity.Work in a variety of areas, including but not limited to : housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation, armory, and key control.Employ force or authorized weapons, if necessary, to maintain discipline and order.Be available to work any post assignment on any shift .Qualifications
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.Must complete pre-service correctional officer training and, where applicable, hold a state-required non-commissioned security officer license.Valid driver’s license with a clear driving record.Ability to complete all required training to meet contract requirements and standards.Minimum age : 18 years old .CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE, including Disability / Veteran.