Transportation Officer

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the safe and orderly operation of the assigned trip.
• Promote public safety, staff safety, and the secure and humane environment for inmates, detainees, and/or residents.
• If qualified, may be assigned as the Assistant Officer in Charge (AOIC).
• Monitor and supervise inmate, detainee, and/or resident activity per TCA policy.
• Listen to complaints and effectively resolve disputes or problems, take corrective action, protect inmate, detainee, and residents' rights, and complete all required documentation in accordance with TCA policy.
• Follow sound safety practices and ensure that any injuries or accidents are reported in a timely and accurate manner per TCA policy.
• Take appropriate action in cases of serious or unusual incidents and emergencies.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections and briefings as required.
• Maintain and promote effective communications and the proper flow of relevant information to management and fellow team members.
• Maintain communication with Trip Management throughout the routed trip.
• Consult with Trip Management and/or Field Office Supervisor personnel in assessing situations and making decisions.
• Will not deviate from planned trip route unless cleared and/or directed by proper TCA authorities.
• Complete preventive maintenance of equipment and ensure readiness of restraints, weapons, OIC kits, vehicles, etc.
• Maintain appropriate relationships and communications when dealing with fellow staff members, all customer agencies, and inmates, detainees, and/or residents.
• Apply restraints and the Use of Force according to TCA policies and customer contract requirements.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Willing to work changing hours.
• Must be 21 or older.
• Must have a valid Drivers License.
• Prefer a valid Class A or B driver's license OR Corrections, Military, Law Enforcement, or related experience.

Training Requirements

• Must be willing to travel to Nashville, TN for a 3 week paid training program (with per diem).
• Annual recertification and in-service training.