Security Officers at FCI Texarkana

Texarkana, United States | Posted on 12/21/2023SECURITY WATCH is currently accepting applications for Security Officers to guard federal prisoners after being admitted to local hospitals. SECURITY WATCH has proudly provided security guard services since 2008 and is looking to expand the workforce with qualified and experienced security professionals.Position OverviewThis is an on-call position that requires security officers to be available to work all three shifts. Guards with open availability will typically be scheduled a minimum of 40 hours per week, but we cannot guarantee it.CompensationThis position pays $16.20 Base Pay + $4.57 H&W. The total pay is $20.77 per hour.Minimum QualificationsTo be considered for these positions, you must meet ALL of the following qualifications:One (1) year (2040 hours) of experience involved in guard duty of detainees or prisoners, or equivalent experience in maintaining law and order, protecting lives, or similar obligations.Advance post-high school training in corrections or police science courses may be substituted for experience at a ratio of two (2) hours of instruction for one hour of experience. A Bachelor of Science or Arts degree in any field meets the experience requirements.Must meet the following physical requirements:Amputations, deformities, or disabilities that prevent satisfactory performance of guard duties are disqualifying.Vision must be correctable to 20/30 (Snellen) in the better eye, and must be able to read typewritten material with or without glasses.Must be able to distinguish primary colors.The ability to hear a conversational voice without using a hearing device is required.The history or presence of a significant psychiatric disorder is disqualifying.Application ProcessWe will submit your application to the Bureau of Prisons immediately upon receipt. The application process could take up to 3-4 months.Job Types: Full-time, Part-timeSalary: $20.77 per hourSchedule: 8 hour shift, Day shift, Night shift, Holidays, Monday to Friday, OvertimeEducation: High school or equivalent (Preferred)Experience: Inmate custody: 1 year (Preferred)Pre-qualificationPlease answer the following questions honestly to determine your qualifications:Do you have at least one year of experience working in Corrections, or a Bachelor's Degree in Arts or Science in any field?Is your vision correctable to 20/30 (Snellen) in the better eye, and can you read typewritten material with or without glasses?Can you distinguish primary color?Can you hear a conversational voice without using a hearing aid?Do you have good credit history and will you be able to provide it during the initial interview process?Note: Do not apply if you do not meet the qualifications listed above. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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