About the position
G4S, the world's leading private security organization, is currently seeking a Detention Officer to join our team in Camarillo, CA. This full-time position offers a competitive pay rate of $46.83 per hour. As a Detention Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the secure and safe transportation, guarding, and escorting of detainees from specified sites to designated points. Your responsibilities will include armed transportation services, escorting detainees to and from transport vehicles, and monitoring detainees in your custody. This position requires a strong commitment to safety and adherence to all applicable federal, state, municipal, and organizational laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting and preparing transportation vehicles for daily operations, conducting pat-down searches of detainees, and ensuring that all necessary paperwork is accurately completed. You will also be expected to operate vehicles safely and effectively while maintaining a high level of professionalism and composure in potentially stressful situations. G4S provides a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and career advancement through programs like Promote Me!, which encourages employees to express interest in further advancement and gain information on professional development opportunities. As a full-time employee of G4S, you will be entitled to a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid vacation, a 401(k) plan, and opportunities for additional training. Additionally, G4S offers various employee benefits such as critical illness insurance, accident insurance, whole life insurance, and access to a range of wellness programs. We are committed to providing job security, excellent pay, and career opportunities across the United States and internationally.
Responsibilities
- Inspect and prepare transportation vehicles for daily operation requirements; perform pre- and post-trip inspection of vehicles; fill out required paperwork to report any damage or defects.
- Conduct pat-down searches of detainees; ensure that detainees are properly secured prior to leaving a facility and while in a vehicle; ensure that all paperwork is obtained and completed accurately when obtaining detainees at a facility and delivering them to their appropriate destinations.
- Safely operate vehicles; ensure that all safety and legal measures are followed at all times while transporting detainees, including all applicable federal, state, municipal, and organizational laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Requirements
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to meet and maintain any applicable licensing, including driver's license or certification requirements.
- Must possess a current and valid California Security Guard License.
- Must possess a current and valid California Firearms Permit.
- Must possess a minimum of two (2) years driving experience.
- Must possess one or more of the following: three (3) years of experience as a law enforcement officer or military policeman, three (3) years of experience as a security officer engaged in functions related to detaining civil or administrative detainees, or one (1) year of general experience that demonstrates the ability to greet and deal tactfully with the general public.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in law enforcement or military police roles.
- Experience in security functions related to detaining individuals.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Pet insurance
- Major Medical, Dental and Vision
- Paid vacation
- Opportunities for additional training
- RxCut Pharmacy Discount Program
- Doctor on Demand
- Qualsight LASIK Savings
- G4S Employee Discount Program
- Alliant Credit Union
- Active & Fit: G4S Fitness Center Membership
- FinFit: Financial Wellness Program
- DailyPay: Access your pay when you need it
