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DETENTION OFFICER
The GEO Group —Aurora, CO
- $30.87 an hour
- Extended hours
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Paid training
- Health savings account
TRANSPORTATION OFFICER
The GEO Group —Denver, CO
- $32.79 an hour
- Extended hours
- Clean driving record
- Military
- Computer literacy
- Paid training
- Health savings account
CASE MANAGER
The GEO Group —Aurora, CO
- $31.30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Health savings account
Deputy Sheriff (Detentions POST Certified Lateral)
Jefferson County Colorado —Golden, CO
- $38.18 - $54.37 an hour
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Pre-Trial Officer
Arapahoe County, CO —Centennial, CO
- $26.58 - $39.88 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
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P/T TRANSPORTATION OFFICER
The GEO Group —Denver, CO
- $32.79 an hour
- Extended hours
- Clean driving record
- Military
- Computer literacy
Youth Services Specialist III - Prairie Vista Youth Service Center
State of Colorado —Brighton, CO
- $5,637 a month
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Deputy Sheriff Detentions 2026
Arapahoe County Sheriff —Centennial, CO
- $40.53 - $55.10 an hour
- Overtime
- Serving
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
CAPTAIN
The GEO Group —Aurora, CO
- $93,000 a year
- Full-time
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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Tactical Security Patrol
GardaWorld Security Services U.S. —Denver, CO
- $24.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Military
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Part Time Tactical Security
GardaWorld Security Services U.S. —Aurora, CO
- $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Military
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Campus Security Monitor - Part Time
Global Village Academy —Aurora, CO
- $20 - $35 a month
- Part-time
- School experience
- CPR Certification
- Military
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Registered Nurse (RN)
TK Health —Aurora, CO
- $43.50 - $49.00 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- RN License
- BLS Certification
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POST Certified Police Officer
City of Federal Heights —Federal Heights, CO
- $77,043 - $110,473 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Marine Interdiction Agent
Customs and Border Protection —United States
- $76,745 - $142,199 a year
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Travel
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)

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DETENTION OFFICER

The GEO Group -
Aurora, CO

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Job Details

Full-time
$30.87 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Benefits Information:

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview:

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO:

We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities:

In this job, you will:

Supervise and monitor detainees in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.
Coordinate their movement (conducting counts and providing emergency response as needed).
Make sure program activities stay safe and supervise labor crews.
Conduct shakedowns for contraband materials (by yourself or with your team) and confiscate prohibited items as per policies and procedures.
Keep daily logs on detainees (including disciplinary reports).
Provide prompt and appropriate assistance to those who have been injured, ill, or have suffered trauma.
Report any maintenance or repair needs to keep your facility clean.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, security services or related field preferred. Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity preferred.
Possession of applicable state requisites for employment.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.
Must be able to regularly report to work without being late.
Ability to be physically alert on any shift that is assigned.
Ability to work up to sixteen (16) hours within a rolling 24 hour period.
Work experience in a security environment setting preferred.
Must be mature, flexible, able to command the respect and confidence of detainees and staff, and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.
Must possess an active, valid driver's license.
Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or older.
Must be a United States Citizen.

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Pay: Pay USD $30.87/Hr.

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