Detention Officer

We Are Seeking

Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a Detention Officer! The primary function of our Detention Officer classification is to transport prisoners along with their documentation between various locations. This position is also responsible for assisting with the booking process of prisoners in a secure custody environment.

The Detention Officer II reports to the

Detention Facility Supervisors. This position processes prisoners, provides care and custody of prisoners, and transports prisoners who have been arrested, or are in the custody of another jail facility and/or court.

This position performs responsible work in operating a twenty-four hour/day detention facility in accordance with established procedures and requirements set forth in federal/state laws, Town ordinances, and department orders. This classification is responsible for the security and welfare of prisoners which requires the application of specific knowledge and skills relative to the booking, detention, and release of male and female adult prisoners.

About You

You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes. You are committed to our safety philosophy, and you take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required.

At Team Gilbert, we hire outcome-oriented problem-solvers who love what they do!

Candidates for the Detention Officer II position must possess:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Two (2) years of experience handling prisoners as a Detention Officer, Corrections Officer, Police Officer or other related classification OR one (1) year as a Town of Gilbert Detention Transport Trainee.

• Must be 21 years of age and have the ability to comply with Arizona P.O.S.T. firearms requirements.

• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

• Valid Arizona Driver's License

Successful candidates for the position will be required to undergo a thorough criminal justice background investigation to include psychological and polygraph examinations.

This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.

We Are Team Gilbert

Gilbert is focused on becoming the City of the Future. We choose to"Anticipate. Create. Help people."With 100 years of history and growth, our focus is on keeping the thriving community that Gilbert is today well into the future while continuing to be one of the top communities in the country.

In Gilbert, we are shaping a new tomorrow, today. We hire people who share our aspiration to be driven, kind, bold, and humble. Join Team Gilbert, and help us shape a new tomorrow, today:https://youtu.be/ftB0lKDltvc

Up For the Challenge

In addition to a competitive salary, Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement and more.

Join Team Gilbert and make an income while making an impact! If you are looking for an opportunity to make a visible contribution to our community, and get excited about doing interesting work that matters, then why not click that "Apply" button at the top there? We can't think of a better place to put your talents to work.

Let's get this adventure started!

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.