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Armed Detention Officer Security Clearance Jobs in Pecos, Texas, USA at Akima
Title: Armed Detention Officer Security Clearance
Company: Akima
Location: Pecos, Texas, USA
Type: Full Time
Category: Security, Government
Position: Full Time Armed Detention Officer with Security Clearance
AIP is looking for Full Time Armed Detention Officers! To
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of outstanding professionals,
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! ** Contingent upon contract award** Compensation: * $3500 sign on bonus for selected qualified candidates with a current DHS ICE Clearance!
* Hourly Rate: $34.00.
* You will also have access to our
comprehensive benefits
and
competitive pay
in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options. Responsibilities * Performs duties related to the detention, processing, safeguarding, security, and escort of detainees as required by the contract * Exercises surveillance and control over detainees and maintains order and discipline * Make official entries in the processing logbooks that are legible and complete. * Conduct a security and sanitation check of the area prior to relieving the outgoing officer. * Inventory all equipment and notate the results in the logbook. * Receive all authorized equipment and ensure that it is in proper working condition. * You are required to duty carry one of the authorized intermediate weapons. * Intermediate weapons should be used in accordance with Service approved Use of Force policy. * Ensure that your
communication
radio is in good working order with a fully charged battery. * Inspect, maintain, and care for authorized equipment including but not limited to: * Qualify with a company issued semi-automatic pistol with appropriate duty belt and magazines. * Successfully complete all assigned training including defensive tactics and course requiring a minimum physical stamina. * Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures * 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
* Armed Detention Officers are responsible for guarding and safeguarding non-citizen detainees and the general public at government buildings in either a custodial or court settings. * Qualify on a standard course of fire twice yearly and up to four times annually if required. * Complete all training, basic and annual refresher, maintain an appropriate level of fitness and continually meet all job requirements throughout the contract life span. Qualifications * 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 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 or CDL. * Possess a valid firearm license from the state of Texas. * Ability to obtain and maintain an armed state security guard license * Preferred one year of Military, Security, Law Enforcement, or Corrections experience demonstrating the following: * Ability to greet and deal tactfully and professionally with the public. * Capability of following and interpreting/understanding written and verbal orders, policies and regulations, printed rules and regulations, detailed written orders, training …
