<p><strong>CoreCivic</strong><br/><strong>Detention Officer</strong><br/><strong>Estancia, NM</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>CoreCivic is hosting a hiring event for Detention Officers on March 27, 2026 from 10am - 1pm at the location below.</p> <p>American Job Center<br/>777 Central Ave<br/>Moriarty, NM 87035</p> <p><br/>Click apply to register for the event. </p> <p><strong>This job is performed at the Torrance County Detention Facility in Estancia, NM.</strong><br/><strong> Now Offering Sign-on Bonus up to $3,000 between February 1, 2026, through </strong><strong>March 31, 2026. </strong><br/><strong>$23.41 per hour</strong></p> <p>Employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis and have the option to access up to 70% of their earned wages on demand, any day of the week.</p> <p>At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Detention Officer who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.</p> <p>The Detention Officer performs routine duties in accordance with established policies, regulations and procedures to maintain order and provide for the security, care and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on<br/>work assignments and during all other phases of activity in a correctional facility. May employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order. Must be able to work any post assignment on any shift.</p> <ul> <li>Responsible for maintaining order, safety, and security of residents in a<br/>correctional facility.</li> <li>Engage in a variety of interchangeable work areas that includes, but is not limited to, armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation, etc.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.</li> <li>Must complete pre-service correctional officer training and, where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment.</li> <li>A valid driver's license and clear driving record is required.</li> <li>Demonstrate ability to complete any required training, as established or necessary to meet contract requirements and/or standards.</li> <li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.</li> </ul> <p><br/><em>CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &; EOE including Disability/Veteran.</em></p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?X00D720HWZ6%2fGAkRWigNgZHv0c68AMKXg" width="0" height="0" />