AIR DETENTION OFFICER

The GEO Group

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Harlingen, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Air Detention Officer ensures the security and safety of noncitizens and crew during charter aircraft operations. Responsibilities include searching for contraband, applying restraints, and maintaining security checklists throughout the flight.

Qualifications

We are seeking an Air Detention Officer to ensure the security and safety of all noncitizens and crew on charter aircraft. This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, U.S. citizenship, a valid U.S. passport, and at least one year of experience in corrections, law enforcement, or security, along with the ability to pass background checks and work flexible hours.

Job Description

Benefits Information

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• 401(k) Matching

• Health Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Health Savings Account

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Discount

• Reduced Tuition Rates

• Disability Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• 401(k)

• Pet Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Paid Training

• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. 

Equal Opportunity Employer


Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO:

  • We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
  • Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary:

The Air Detention Officer serves as a part of a security crew providing charter aircraft services and is responsible for ensuring the general security and safety of all noncitizen and crew when on-board the aircraft. The security of all areas as required by the appropriate procedures and checklists must be always maintained.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • The Air Detention Officer loads and unloads noncitizen onto and off the aircraft (including those handicapped and/or requiring special assistance); searches noncitizen for contraband; feeds the noncitizen during flight; and escorts the noncitizen to the restroom.
  • Applies restraints and removes them as applicable.
  • Identifies proper documentation.
  • Searches the aircraft for contraband and assists in post flight cabin cleanup.
  • Loads and unloads property onto and off the aircraft.
  • Assists with perimeter security as requested.
  • Maintains checklists and checkpoints throughout the assigned shift.
  • The Flight Security Officer takes charge of post by securing and protecting personnel and property until properly relieved.
  • Reports all violations of orders.
  • Sounds the alarm in case of disorder or emergency.
  • Reports unusual events that threaten the security of the aircraft or endangers life or property.
  • Takes reasonable counteraction to save life and property or lessen danger.
  • Provides for embarkation and debarkation security as required at each Port of Call
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

  • Must be a United States citizen residing in the U.S. and able to obtain visas and inoculations required to permit departure from and entry into the US and all scheduled destinations
  • High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
  • Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or older.
  • Must Posses a valid United States passport.
  • A minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience as a corrections/detention officer within the United States; OR one (1) year of full-time law enforcement experience while employed by a United States federal, state, city or municipality law enforcement entity, or the United States Military; OR one (1) year full-time employment as a security guard with a state issued guard card within the last six months.
  • Must be certified as a Security Officer in the state where the work is to be performed and maintain the certification.
  • Must be capable of lifting 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to write detailed written reports and forms.
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Ability to be physically alert on any shift that is assigned.
  • Ability to successfully complete all requiring training and certifications.
  • Ability to pass a Company and Federal Client background investigation.
  • Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

The GEO Group

Global Leader in Evidence-Based Rehabilitation The GEO Group is committed to providing leading, evidence-based rehabilitation programs to individuals while in-custody and post-release into the community through the "GEO Continuum of CareTM."​ GEO's diversified services platform provides unique capabilities for the delivery of educational and vocational programs, cognitive behavioral and substance abuse treatment, and faith-based services across the entire corrections spectrum. The GEO Continuum of CareTM is enhanced in-custody offender rehabilitation programming, including cognitive behavioral treatment, integrated with post–release support services. GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. For information visit GEO’s Homepage: www.geogroup.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/geogroup YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGEOGroupInc Careers site: www.jobs.geogroup.com Equal Opportunity Employer EEO is the Law:http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
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