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CoreCivic

Senior Detention Officer

Leavenworth, KS · On-site

$38K - $52K/yr

Provide general supervision of Detention Officers and inmates/residents on the shift in the performance of their duties and evaluate as prescribed by the facility and corporate policy. * Conduct ...

CoreCivic

Senior Detention Officer

Appleton, MN · On-site

$39K - $54K/yr

Provide general supervision of Detention Officers and inmates/residents on the shift in the performance of their duties and evaluate as prescribed by the facility and corporate policy. * Conduct ...

King County, WA

Juvenile Detention Officer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$74K - $94K/yr

Juvenile Detention Officers are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, secure environment for juveniles and ensuring that their care and programming needs are met. Department's Mission: We ...

Grant County, NM

Detention Officer

Silver City, NM · On-site

$36K - $49K/yr

Specific duties of adult detention officers are listed in the detention office's standard operating procedures. * Must be required to drive a county-owned vehicle in a manner that complies with all ...

King County

Juvenile Detention Officer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$74K - $94K/yr

Juvenile Detention Officers are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, secure environment for juveniles and ensuring that their care and programming needs are met. Department's Mission: We ...

Eddy County

DETENTION OFFICER

Carlsbad, NM

$26.21 - $28.93/hr

Detention officers may be assigned to duty stations in the Adult Male Unit, Adult Female Unit. Employee may be required to work irregular hours, attend briefing detail 15 minutes before and after ...

Grant, County of (NM)

Detention Officer

Silver City, NM · On-site

$36K - $49K/yr

Specific duties of adult detention officers are listed in the detention office's standard operating procedures. Must be required to drive a county-owned vehicle in a manner that complies with all ...

City of Edmond

Detention Officer

Edmond, OK · On-site

$20.67 - $21.62/hr

Detention Officers book inmates into the Edmond Detention Center (requiring hands-on contact with inmates), check for drugs or weapons, physically restrain them as needed, and supervise their well ...

Cass County Government

Detention Officer

Fargo, ND · On-site

$55K/yr

Cass County, North Dakota, is seeking dedicated individuals to join our law enforcement team as full-time Detention Officers. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in a meaningful ...

Johnston County

Detention Officer

Smithfield, NC

$55K - $93K/yr

Description The Detention Center of Johnston County in Smithfield, NC is currently accepting online applications for Detention Officers. This position will be required to work nights and weekends.

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for detention officers in the United States is $50,155.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $55,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Becoming a detention officer typically requires meeting minimum age and education requirements, passing background checks, and completing training programs that cover security procedures and legal protocols. Physical fitness and good communication skills are also important, and some agencies may require certification or licensing. The process can vary in difficulty depending on the jurisdiction and specific agency standards.

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To become a detention officer, candidates typically need to be at least 18 years old, pass a background check, and complete a detention officer training program approved by the state. Some positions may require a high school diploma or equivalent, and applicants often need to demonstrate good communication skills and physical fitness. Certification or licensing may be required depending on the jurisdiction.

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To become a detention officer, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent. Some agencies prefer or require additional training or certification, such as CPR or first aid, and may conduct background checks and physical assessments as part of the hiring process.

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Infographic showing various Detention Officers job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, and 6% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,155 per year, or $24.1 per hour.

Senior Detention Officer

Leavenworth, KS • On-site

CoreCivic
Public Safety Administration • 10K+ employees
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$38K - $52K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 hours ago

CoreCivic rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 160 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

$31.36 per hour
At CoreCivic, our employees are driven bya deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibilityto better the public good. We are currently seeking a Senior Detention Officer who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in aninstitutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated tomaking an impact for the people and communities we serve.
TheSenior Detention Officer assists in the supervision of the administrative andoperational security activities in a detention facility. Directly supervises Detention Officersassigned to the shift. Provides for theprotection of each inmate/resident and the preservation of eachinmate's/resident's legal rights. Supervises the count of inmates/residents and directs adherence to allkey control procedures. Must be able towork any post assignment on any shift.
  • Provide general supervision of Detention Officers and inmates/residents on the shift in the performance of their duties and evaluate as prescribed by the facility and corporate policy.
  • Conduct inspections of all housing and general use areas to ensure that proper standards, facility operating procedures and corporate guidelines of security, health, safety, sanitation and welfare are maintained; direct staff and inmate/resident resources to correct problems detected.
  • Assist in supervising the internal and external security of the facility; routinely inspect posts to observe alertness of personnel and to confirm security is properly maintained at all times.

Qualifications:
  • High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
  • Three years experience in a criminal justice field, which preferably includes one year in a supervisory capacity.
  • Additional education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
  • Completion of basic pre-service officer training and, where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

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At CoreCivic , we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Registered Nurses who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

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Public safety administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Brentwood, TN, US

Year founded

1983

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