Armed Detention Officer Full Time - Batavia, NY

Armed Detention Officer

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

Under direct supervision of the on-duty Shift Supervisor, or general supervision of facility command staff. Responsible for maintaining a secure detention facility and the safe custody of detainees.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and control detainee behavior during the operation of the detention facility; or restrain by force if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints
• Exercise appropriate judgment in handling of special needs situations or detainees
• Communicate effectively and coherently with other staff or detainee with approved facility communication devices including the telephone system, intercom system, and portable radios; demonstrate effective communicative skills with detainee, public and staff
• Perform searches of detainees, vehicles, mail items, objects capable of concealing contraband, buildings, indoor and outdoor areas which may involve feeling or detecting objects, walking, kneeling, bending or stooping for long periods of time
• Maintain control over detainees by always being aware of their location and documenting such
• Escort detainees (hostile, aggressive, passive, etc.) using handcuffs and other approved restraints in accordance to policy and procedure
• Maintain company equipment and uniforms in functional condition as prescribed for by company policy
• Collect, resolve and/or direct to appropriate individual or division, detainee complaints, grievances or requests
• Prepare investigative and other reports or documentation, using appropriate grammar
• Observe and control visitors and detainees prior to, during and after visits
• Provide detainee admission and release services in Processing according to Post Orders
• Transport detainees securely using ICE approved restraints and vehicles to off-site locations
• Maintain uninterrupted constant custody care and control at off-site locations
• Secure Outer Perimeter, Main Gate and Lobby areas of the Facility in accordance to the Post Orders
• Must wear necessary PPE duty gear at all times
• Maintain NYS Armed Guard card which includes yearly firearms qualification and security training
• Complete quarterly ICE firearms qualification
• Retain a current NYS Class C CDL with passenger endorsement

Armed Detention Officer

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

Under direct supervision of the on-duty Shift Supervisor, or general supervision of facility command staff. Responsible for maintaining a secure detention facility and the safe custody of detainees.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and control detainee behavior during the operation of the detention facility; or restrain by force if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints
• Exercise appropriate judgment in handling of special needs situations or detainees
• Communicate effectively and coherently with other staff or detainee with approved facility communication devices including the telephone system, intercom system, and portable radios; demonstrate effective communicative skills with detainee, public and staff
• Perform searches of detainees, vehicles, mail items, objects capable of concealing contraband, buildings, indoor and outdoor areas which may involve feeling or detecting objects, walking, kneeling, bending or stooping for long periods of time
• Maintain control over detainees by always being aware of their location and documenting such
• Escort detainees (hostile, aggressive, passive, etc.) using handcuffs and other approved restraints in accordance to policy and procedure
• Maintain company equipment and uniforms in functional condition as prescribed for by company policy
• Collect, resolve and/or direct to appropriate individual or division, detainee complaints, grievances or requests
• Prepare investigative and other reports or documentation, using appropriate grammar
• Observe and control visitors and detainees prior to, during and after visits
• Provide detainee admission and release services in Processing according to Post Orders
• Transport detainees securely using ICE approved restraints and vehicles to off-site locations
• Maintain uninterrupted constant custody care and control at off-site locations
• Secure Outer Perimeter, Main Gate and Lobby areas of the Facility in accordance to the Post Orders
• Must wear necessary PPE duty gear at all times
• Maintain NYS Armed Guard card which includes yearly firearms qualification and security training
• Complete quarterly ICE firearms qualification
• Retain a current NYS Class C CDL with passenger endorsement

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