INTAKE/RELEASE OFFICER-12 HR

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

If you are looking for an exciting new opportunity or to advance your career in criminal justice, corrections, or security, look no further because The GEO Group is hiring motivated individuals seeking their next opportunity. No experience is necessary and paid on-the-job training is provided. Just come with a willingness to learn and a desire to help others and you will fit right in as part of this growing team of professionals. As a Detention Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing and caring for detainees at your facility while ensuring that the rules, policies, and procedures are applied fairly and consistently.

Why work for GEO:

GEO is a place for professional growth, exploration, creativity, and valuable interpersonal relationships. If you're interested in achieving extraordinary things, send in your application and join a community that cares.

We're looking for individuals from different backgrounds

Building an inclusive culture where every employee can perform to their maximum potential is the center of GEO's employee value proposition. Our success is based on diversity in our workforce and the inclusion of eclectic perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds. Everyone is encouraged to apply. Here's to unlimited ideas, increased productivity, and innovative solutions!

Summary:

Performs all duties necessary to ensure incoming/outgoing offenders are processed in a timely manner.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees and monitors the activities of the intake and release areas.
• Obtains transport roster of all offenders incoming to the facility.
• Completes all daily information forms necessary in processing offenders in/out of the facility.
• Updates computer upon arrivals/departures of offenders.
• Updates count board upon arrival/departure of offenders.
• Operates photo printer for offender ID.
• Ensures all arriving offenders receive appropriate identification, including ID and wristband.
• Responsible for completion of inventory of property for incoming/outgoing offenders.
• Properly identifies each offender scheduled to be released.
• Notifies necessary departments (Medical, Inmate Trust Fund, Security) of pending incoming/outgoing offenders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred. Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity preferred.
• Possession of applicable state requisites for employment.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.
• Must be able to regularly report to work without being late.
• Ability to be physically alert on any shift that is assigned.
• Ability to work up to sixteen (16) hours within a rolling 24 hour period.
• Work experience in a correctional setting preferred.
• May be required to possess valid state driver's license.
• Must be mature, flexible, able to command the respect and confidence of inmates or detainees and staff, and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.

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