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Detention Specialist

City of Edinburg
Edinburg, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025 CLOSED ON 1/29/2025

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Detention Specialist

City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated Detention Specialist to perform functions within the Police Department. Are you seeking engaging work? Do you wish to advance your career? Does working for a rapidly growing city sound appealing to you? If so, please continue reading!

The Detention Specialist position earns a competitive pay of $14.61. We provide great benefits and perks, including paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), life & ADD insurance, a retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a city match of 2 to 1, 100%-paid medical and 100%-paid dental with optional dependent coverage, workers compensation, and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Additionally, we offer our employees an employee assistance program (EAP), a healthy lifestyle program, and access to Active Edinburg fitness centers. If this sounds like the right opportunity to work with a fast paced department, apply to join our team today!

ABOUT CITY OF EDINBURG

Edinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an all-American city four times by the National Civic League, placing it among a handful of outstanding communities in the nation. Our wonderful city has exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, which makes it a great place to work.

Our employees share our dedication to the city, which is why we like to show them our appreciation for their commitment. We do this by providing competitive compensation, exceptional PTO opportunities, and other great benefits to help them lead healthy, productive lives. We care about people, and that includes both our residents and employees!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN DETENTION SPECIALIST

As a Detention Specialist, you spend your day supervising and interacting with inmates and ensure their safety and health. You provide inmate transport to court, interview rooms, and other agencies. You are constantly on your toes and ready for any new and unexpected challenges that may arise in the city.

You complete administrative work, communicate and respond to queries. Perform and oversee the inventory of jail supplies and inmate property, evidence, and lost and found items. Assist in the implementation of safety procedures and provide janitorial services. You enjoy being helpful and have no problem providing assistance and support to other divisions within the department as needed. The city needs someone like you with great people skills in providing excellent customer service, and finds genuine enjoyment in what you do!


QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN DETENTION SPECIALIST

  • High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalency.
  • One (1) year of related experience.
  • Must have a current valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety with a satisfactory driving record
  • Must be able to obtain NCIC/TLETS certification within six (6) months of employment
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen (certification requirement).
  • Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred.

Are you someone who can handle multiple tasks? Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills? Are you attentive to detail? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Is dependability one of your strengths? If yes, you might just be perfect for this Detention Specialist job!

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you have the right skills to succeed as our Detention Specialist, apply now using our mobile-friendly application.

Location: 78541




Applicants will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.


Applicants must also take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City's expense.

Salary : $15

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