Armed Detention Officer

OverviewWork Where it MattersAkima Infrastructure Protection (AIP), an Akima company, is not just another federal management operations 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 AIP, 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 inthe United States.For our shareholders , AIP 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 , AIP delivers the trained personnel, equipment, and processes to safeguard federal assets and provides protective services and detention management operations for critical mission requirements.As an AIP 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.Job Summary:AIP is looking for an Armed Detention Officer to work in Los Fresnos, TX.Provide Armed Security at multiple posts at the Port Isabel Detention Center. Armed Detention Officers may also be assigned to Detention Operations and placed on Transportation Trips is necessary.ResponsibilitiesJob Responsibilities:

• Ensures all visitors to PIDC are properly identified and screened for contraband.
• Maintains control of all visitors within the waiting area.
• Answers any questions relating to facility, visitation and court policies.
• Ensures all visitors log in to the appropriate logbooks.
• Ensures all required information is properly documented by visitors in all logbooks.
• Enforces dress code in Lobby.
• PIDC ICE staff and support personnel must register their presence on-site upon entrance to the facility for safety and accountability.
• Ensures that the Notification to Visitor form is filled out completely to include the signature of witnessing officer.
• Be courteous and professional when dealing with staff and visitors.
• Uses proper phone etiquette.
• Remains alert at all times to deter the introduction of contraband.
• Conducts key inventory of the weapons locker and document the results.
• All bags and packages entering the secured area will be thoroughly searched for contraband. All Law Enforcement Officers (LEO) are exempt.
• All personnel entering the secured area will pass through the metal detector or be scanned by the handheld device. All Law Enforcement Officers (LEO) are exempt.
• Provides safety and security for the Facility by controlling access through the Main Gate, denying passage to any unauthorized person(s) or vehicle(s).
• Responsible for any contractor / construction work crew traffic that arrives at the main gate outside of the normal operating hours.
• Ensures that you receive an updated authorize access contractor/construction worker list on a weekly basis
• The outside gate will be secured from the hours of 2:00am to 6:00am.
• Maintains a constant awareness for suspicious activities and/or breeches of security.
• Looks for contraband and anything out of the ordinary.
• Be alert for any unusual or emergency situations, notify the supervisor immediately, and take appropriate actions as needed. Make a notation in the logbook.
• Completes a Fire\Security Inspection of your area and document the results.
• Conducts inspections of the Facility's outer perimeter, alternating your routine so as not to establish a pattern. Patrols must never become regular and routine.
• Conducts frequent patrols of outer perimeter and entire facility.
• Rovers will inspect the property fence line for deficiencies.
• Respond to Control Center's notification of fence alarms to verify the security of the zone, utilizing the zone reference card located in the roving vehicle.
• Makes sporadic stops during outdoor recreation hours to observe detainee activity.
• Maintains constant awareness for suspicious activities and/or breeches of security.
• Responds to requests for assistance from main gate officers and/or Lobby Officers.
• Checks on Main Gate and Lobby Officers at least every hour.

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Highschool Diploma or GED.
• U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident who has lived in US for 3 of past 5 years.
• State of Texas Level III Guard Permit.
• Able to qualify with 9mm caliber pistol.
• Competency with semi-automatic pistol, demonstrate safe weapon handling skills.
• Possess ability to great and deal tactfully with the general public.
• Capable of understanding and applying written and verbal orders, rules and regulations.
• Good judgment, courage, alertness, even temperament.
• Ability to maintain poise and self-control during situations which involve mental stress.
• Clear criminal history; no felonies or Class A misdemeanors.
• Meet physical/health requirements for duties.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Computer skills including proficiency in various Microsoft Office Suite programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• May be required to bend and stoop frequently and occasionally kneel or crouch. Often climbs stairs and works with arms above the shoulder.
• May often be required to move heavy equipment. Required to lift 50 lbs or less frequently and often lifts 50-65 lbs.
• May often be required to grip, squeeze and repetitively use fine hand movements.
• Work areas will include all areas of the secured facility, and often works alone.
• Works in a correctional setting requiring attentiveness and officer safety.
• Works where slips & trips may occur frequently and often exposed to sharp objects.
• Exposure to blood borne pathogens. Exposure to south Texas weather in a moist or dry environment with exposure to sun extreme heat, cold and rain; some noise and chemicals.
• Overall demands of this position are moderate.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. 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, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).Job: Protective ServicesTravel: NoneOrganization: AIP - Akima Infrastructure ProtectionClearance: Able to Obtain Public TrustWork Type: On-SiteRemote: NoReqID: 2024-12765