Apply Directly at www.akima.com/careers
AGS, an Akima company, is not just another federal security solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At AGS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, AGS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, AGS delivers the people, equipment, and processes that safeguard federal buildings, military bases, and detention centers while supporting customers’ complex missions.
As an AGS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Hourly rate: $33.16/Hour
Job Summary:
AGS is looking for an Unarmed Detention Officer to work in Miami, FL. To join our outstanding team of professionals, apply today!
Job Description:
Performs duties related to the detention, processing, safeguarding, security, escort and transport of detainees as required in the contract
Exercises surveillance and control over detainees, and maintains order and discipline
Attends to housing, feeding, and the physical well-being of detainees, 24 hours a day
Enforces rules and regulations of the detention facility
Provides care, custody and control of detainees
Removes detainees from holding areas using proper restraints and security measures;
Guards detainees at deportation or exclusion hearings, during transport, while receiving medical care and when and other duties as assigned
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
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
US citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the United States for permanent residence and have resided in the U.S
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
Ability to obtain a state security guard license
Ability to walk through all areas of the facility for tours and compliance inspections in varied weather conditions
Ability to respond quickly during emergency situations
Ability to work without restrictions and limitations
One year of Military, Security, Law Enforcement, or Corrections experience demonstrating the following:
Maintain a professional personal appearance, calm demeanor, and discretion with confidential information
Pass a medical examination and all pre-employment/random drug tests
Possess a high degree of integrity, accountability and adhere to the American Correctional Association and DHS ICE National Detention Standards
Demonstrate an ability to work with a diverse population of people, including people of different cultures, with different values and lifestyles; with a cross cultural perspective
Maintain current/physical residency in the continental United States
You must be able to meet all health requirements.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).