Location: Batavia,NY, USA
AGS is looking for a Detention Officer to work in Batavia, NY. The Detention Officer is responsible to ensure the safety and security of detainees in custody, acting in accordance with the highest ethical standards at all times, and ensuring a spirit of fairness and integrity in the on-going execution of their duties. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! Minimum Qualifications:Speak, read, write, and understand EnglishMust be at least 21 years of age and a US citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the United States for permanent residence and have resided in the U.S. for the last five yearsMust possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)Must have the ability to pass a criminal background and consumer credit check (no criminal record) to obtain and maintain a DHS/ICE government clearanceMust be able to pass all pre-employment and random drug testsMust be able to pass a medical examination and meet health requirementsMust possess a valid state driver's licenseAbility to greet and deal tactfully and professionally with the general publicMust be willing to work shift hours to include, evening, nights, weekends and holidaysMust attend and pass defensive tactics trainingCapability of following and interpreting/understanding written and verbal orders, policies and regulations, printed rules and regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and are able to compose written and oral reportsAbility to exercise good judgment: courage, alertness, an even temperament, and render satisfactory performance through his/her responsibilitiesAbility to maintain poise and self-control during potential emergencies and unexpected situations that may involve mental and physical stress such as disturbances, altercations, fires, and building evacuationsAbility to concisely and accurately prepare and write narratives of incidents and other written reportsMust be able to exercises judgment and use discretion in dealing with first response to any and all situationsMust have the ability to work with a diverse population of people, including people of different cultures, with different values and lifestyles, with a cross-cultural perspectiveMust be able to demonstrate proficiency in methods and techniques of securing and controlling detainees by following required training, policy and procedureMust maintain proficiency with any special equipment used for your positionMust maintain a professional personal appearance, calm demeanor, and discretion with confidential informationMust possess a high degree of integrity, accountabilityMust adhere to the American Correctional Association and DHS ICE National Detention Standards at all timesDesired Qualifications:BilingualAssociate or Bachelor level degree in Criminal Justice or related fieldPay and Benefits:$17.72 during training period and $35.97 after training period Physical Demands:Must maintain physical fitness standards and must be able to pass and maintain required physical testing requirements and standards which includes:Must be able to lift heavy object up to 50lbs frequently and up to 70lbs occasionallyMust be able to push a wheelchair bound individual weighing up to 300 lbs and helping individual in and out of chairMust be able to bend, stoop, crawl, kneel, twisting, reaching overhead and climb stairs, ladders and slopes periodicallyMust be able to pass a medical examination and meet health requirementsMust be able to stand and walk for long periods of time minimum 4 hoursPosted Salary Range$35.97Benefits InformationCBA - The benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.Job: Protective ServicesTravel: None