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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and responsible Detention Officer to maintain security and order in our detention facility. The Detention Officer will be responsible for supervising the activities of inmates, ensuring their physical safety and security. This includes monitoring inmate behavior, enforcing rules and regulations, and responding to emergencies. The Detention Officer will also be responsible for processing new inmates, conducting searches, and transporting inmates as needed. The ideal candidate will have a strong sense of duty, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to remain calm and composed in high-stress situations. This position requires physical fitness, mental toughness, and a deep understanding of the law and human rights.
Responsibilities
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- Ensure the physical safety and security of inmates
- Enforce rules and regulations
- Respond to emergencies
- Process new inmates
- Conduct searches
- Transport inmates as needed
- Maintain accurate records
- Perform regular inspections of facilities
- Participate in training and professional development activities
Requirements
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- Previous experience in law enforcement or corrections
- Physical fitness
- Ability to remain calm and composed in high-stress situations
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong sense of duty
- Understanding of the law and human rights
- Ability to work shifts, weekends, and holidays
- Clean criminal record
- Valid driver's license
Potential interview questions
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- What strategies would you use to de-escalate a tense situation?
- How do you maintain your composure in high-stress situations?
- What steps would you take to ensure the safety and security of inmates?
- How do you handle conflict?