Part-Time Air Detention Officer

Job overview

The Part-Time Air Detention Officer role is based in El Paso, TX, and pays $28.95 per hour. The GEO Group provides correctional and community reentry services to government partners. The position involves security duties aboard charter aircraft and at ports of call. The officer maintains the safety and security of noncitizens and crew during flights, follows assigned procedures and checklists, and responds to violations, emergencies, and security concerns. The role also includes escort, property handling, and embarkation and debarkation security duties.

What you'll do

• Load and unload noncitizens and property
• search for contraband
• apply and remove restraints as applicable
• verify documentation
• search and clean the aircraft after flights
• assist with perimeter security
• maintain checklists and checkpoints
• secure personnel and property until relieved
• report violations and unusual events
• respond to emergencies and de-escalate conflicts
• provide embarkation and debarkation security.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

air detention officer

part-time

aircraft security

detention

corrections experience

security certification

el paso tx

the geo group

$28.95/hour

u.s. passport required

travel and overnight stays

nights, weekends, and holidays

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting describes comprehensive employee benefits and competitive wages.

Why this role

Requires U.S. citizenship, a valid U.S. passport, state security officer certification, and qualifying corrections, law enforcement, or security experience. Extended travel and overnight stays are required.

About the employer

The GEO Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Correctional Institutions. Sector: 92.