Corrections Transport Officer

About the role

The purpose of this position is to escort inmates to medical appointments, clinics, and funerals. This class works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Responsibilities

• Guards inmates; monitors their conduct and behavior to prevent escapes, fights, disturbances, forbidden activities, introduction of contraband, and rules violations; and prepares forms on inmate activity and behavior
• Completes, processes, and maintains forms, documents, records, and files
• Renders aid to other officers in emergency situations, restrains and subdues inmates, and documents disturbances and significant occurrences
• Follows departmental security policies and procedures
• Maintains logs or records of transport activities
• Handcuffs, shackles, or further restrains inmates and escorts them to and from offsite appointments
• Plans, executes, and inspects all aspects of the trip to ensure a safe and controlled travel environment
• Verifies the identity of inmates and perform searches prior to transportation
• Collaborates with medical, Records, Booking Floor staff, and Shift Commanders for inmate movement
• Assists Motor Pool Officer with maintenance of departmental vehicles
• Participates in specialized training, including, but not limited to annual vehicle training

Requirements

• High school diploma or the equivalent
• Must submit to a pre-employment polygraph test
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must be a retired LMDC sworn employee
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must not have been convicted of a felony
• Must submit to a pre-employment drug screening
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, stress, and medical examination
• Must pass and maintain pistol and shotgun firearm certification
• Must complete forty (40) hours of annual in-service training
• Must wear personal protective equipment as mandated by OSHA
• Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA
• Must be vaccinated for hepatitis B, have provided evidence of immunity, or have signed a declination form within ten days of initial assignment
• Must pass an annual tuberculin test
• Must work a varied schedule
• Must be on 24 hour call
• Must be eligible for certification as a State Peace Officer
• Must lift and restrain individuals
• Must enter data into a computer
• Must be certified in CPR and First Aid within 30 days of hire
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history

Qualifications

• Must have a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history

Skills

• Ability to lift and restrain individuals
• Ability to enter data into a computer
• Knowledge of CPR and First Aid
• Knowledge of firearms and firearm certification
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards
• Knowledge of medical and legal protocols
• Knowledge of departmental security policies and procedures

Benefits

• Full Time Regular Medical Dental Vision Group Term Life Supplemental Life Accidental Death & Dismemberment Sick Leave Vacation Holiday Pay Bereavement Leave Kentucky Public Pensions Authority 457 Deferred Comp Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits Tuition Assistance Qualified Adult Benefits Childcare Assistance Free TARC Use Paid Parental Leave

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.