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City of Forney

Detention Officer

4 x 10hr days$44k - $54kOnsite · Forney, USA

City of Forney

Detention Officer

SALARY

$21.26 - $25.77 Hourly

$1,700.71 - $2,061.46 Biweekly

$44,218.35 - $53,598.00 Annually

LOCATION

Police Dept - 110 Justice Center Dr, Forney, TX

JOB TYPE

Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

202500226

DEPARTMENT

Police

OPENING DATE

06/02/2026

SALARY

$21.26 - $25.77 Hourly

$1,700.71 - $2,061.46 Biweekly

$44,218.35 - $53,598.00 Annually

LOCATION

Police Dept - 110 Justice Center Dr, Forney, TX

JOB TYPE

Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

202500226

DEPARTMENT

Police

OPENING DATE

06/02/2026

Description

The City of Forney is seeking qualified and motivated individuals to join our team as Detention Officers. This position plays a critical role in maintaining the safety, security, and daily operations of the jail.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate professionalism, sound judgement, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Examples of Duties

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

  • Monitors activities to ensure the jail is secure and that inmates are not able to escape; corrects inmate behaviors as needed; processes booking of inmates and ensures adequate care of inmates.
  • Supervises inmate actions to ensure compliance with policies and procedures and prevent physical harm to inmates and staff; writes reports detailing daily activities and any incidents that occur.
  • Performs inspections and shakedowns of jail facilities.
  • Responds and diffuses emergency and dangerous situations to include fights, suicide attempts, and assaults; applies force as needed to prevent inmates from harming themselves, other inmates, or staff members; maintains custody of inmates while in hospital.
  • Maintains cleanliness and operational capacity of jail.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: No direct supervision exercised; may exercise occasional administrative and functional supervision for specified activities.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Possess a valid driver’s license.
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • One (1) year of experience in law enforcement, jail operations or equivalent is preferred.

Applications may be obtained by visiting our website at www.forneytx.gov and submitting online. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Resumes may be attached to the application however will NOT be accepted in lieu of the official application form.

EmployerCity of Forney

Address

401 Pinson Road

Forney, Texas, 75126

Phone 972-552-6670

Websitehttps://www.forneytx.gov

EmployerCity of ForneyPhone 972-552-6670 Websitehttps://www.forneytx.govAddress

401 Pinson Road

Forney, Texas, 75126

Detention Officer Supplemental Questionnaire* QUESTION 1 Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

Less than High School completion

High School or GED equivalency

Technical or Community College attendance

Technical School completion

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Ph.D.

Juris Doctorate

  • QUESTION 2 Please list your driver's license number. (If you do not have a drivers license please enter NA)

  • QUESTION 3 How many years of detention experience do you have? Please note: Years of experience must be reflected in the work experience section of the application.

No experience

Less than 1 year

At least 1 year but less than 3 years

3 or more years of experience

  • Required Question