Part-Time / On-Call Armed Detention Officer

Job Summary :

AGS is looking for an Armed Detention Officer to work in our detention facility in Guaynabo, PR. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilites :

Performs duties related to the detention, processing, safeguarding, security, escort and transport of detainees as required by the contract

Exercises surveillance and control over detainees maintains order and discipline

Enforces rules and regulations of the detention facility

Provides care, custody and control of detainees

Removes detainees from holding areas using proper restraints and security measures

Guards detainees at deportation or exclusion hearings, during transport, while receiving medical care

Required to duty carry one of the authorized intermediate weapons (Intermediate weapons should be used in accordance with Service approved Use of Force policy)

Inspects, maintains, and cares for authorized equipment including but not limited to :

One approved semi-automatic pistol with appropriate duty belt and magazines

All magazines loaded to full capacity

Handcuffs / leg irons and keys, waist chains, black boxes, and restraint keys

Ballistic vests which must be worn at all times while performing armed officer duties

Requalify with weapon quarterly

Makes official entries in the transportation and processing logbooks that are legible and complete

Conducts a security and sanitation check of the area prior to relieving the outgoing officer

Performs complete vehicle inspections prior to and following every transportation route

Inventories all equipment and notate the results in the log book

Receives all authorized equipment and ensure that it is in proper working condition

Ensures that your communication radio is in good working order with a fully charged battery

Augments staff as needed at the San Juan Staging Facility and LMMIA operations as required

Attends to housing, feeding, and the physical well-being of detainees, 24 hours a day

Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures

Completes all training and job requirements

Follows company-wide safety policies and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring as outlined in the Officer Handbook and other Company Safety Policies

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

Detention Officers shall have as a minimum one (1) year ofexperience as a law enforcement officer, military officer, security officer engaged in functions related to detaining civil or administrative detainees, or 2 years of college in an appropriate field of study from an accredited institution

US citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the United States for permanent residence and have resided in the . for the last five years

Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Pass a criminal background and consumer credit check (no criminal record)

Obtain and maintain a DHS / ICE government clearance

Pass all pre-employment and random drug tests

Pass a medical examination and meet health requirements

At least 21 years of age

Possess a valid state driver's license and Firearms license under the regulations of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico

Ability to obtain and maintain a state security guard license from the PRPD

Maintain current / physical residency in PR

Strictly maintain physical fitness standards for law enforcement / corrections

Demonstrate an ability to work with a diverse population of people, including people of different cultures, with different values and lifestyles; with a cross cultural perspective

Ability to greet and deal tactfully with the general public

Proven ability to exercise good judgment, courage, alertness, an even temperament, and render satisfactory performance through his / her responsibilities

Capability of following and interpreting / understanding written and verbal orders, policies and regulations, printed rules and regulations in English, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and can compose written and oral reports in English

Ability 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 evacuations

Maintain a professional personal appearance, calm demeanor, and discretion with confidential information

Possess a high degree of integrity, accountability and adhere to the American Correctional Association and DHS ICE National Detention Standards

The incumbent’s duties are performed in a detention facility environment; working with a wide variety of people from different cultures, backgrounds and speaking various languages, while performing multiple functions

Physical Demands :

The incumbent is required to work the majority of hours in an indoor / outdoor detention center environment, standing and walking the majority of time, and respond quickly to changes in work demands, emerging situations and emergencies

This position requires the candidate to 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 occasionally

Must be able to push a wheelchair bound individual weighing up to 300 lbs and helping individual in and out of chair

Must be able to bend, stoop, crawl, kneel, twisting, reaching overhead and climb stairs, ladders and slopes periodically

Strictly maintain physical fitness standards for law enforcement related position throughout your employment under this contract

Ability to walk through all areas of the facility for tours and compliance inspections in varied weather conditions

Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend and reach for extended periods of time

Ability to respond quickly during emergency situations

Ability to work without restrictions and limitations

Ability to greet and deal tactfully and professionally with the general public

Job : Protective Services

Travel : None

Organization : Akima Global Security

Clearance : Able to Obtain Public Trust

Work Type : On-Site

Remote : No

ReqID : 2024-8519