AIP is looking for an Armed Detention Officer to work in St. Paul, MN. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

The Armed 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. Armed detention guards are required to have and maintain a state level security guard license for performance on this contract.

Hourly Rate: $25.64

Responsibilities

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.

Completes all training, basic and annual refresher, maintain an appropriate level of fitness and continually meet all job requirements throughout the contract life span.

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

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

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

Inventory all equipment and notate the results in the logbook.

Receives 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.

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

Inspects, maintains, and cares 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

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 an armed state security guard license from the state of Minnesota or Nebraska

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 instructions and materials, and can compose written and oral reports

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

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 current/physical residency in the continental United States

Strictly maintain physical fitness standards for law enforcement and CDL requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Speak, read, write, and understand English

Concisely and accurately prepare and write narratives of incidents and other written reports

Pass and maintain required medical and physical testing requirements and standards

Exercises judgment and uses discretion in dealing with first response to all situations

Demonstrate proficiency in methods and techniques of securing and controlling detainees by following required training, policy, and procedure

Maintain physical fitness standards and proficiency with firearms issued and other special equipment

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

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

Ability to work with a diverse population of people, including people of different cultures, with different values and lifestyles, with a cross-cultural perspective

Pay Range

29.68

Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.