Transportation Officer

Hourly Rate: $33.15

Benefits

• Medical
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 5% 401K Match
• Bi-weekly pay
• Sign-on bonus: $3,500
• Safety & Performance Incentive: $2,500
• Referral bonus: $2,500 per person (no cap; does not have to be at your same location)
• Guaranteed 40-hour paycheck minimum per week

After 6-9 months (based on performance), promotion to Senior Transportation Officer with an hourly rate of $36.80.

About the Role

The Transportation Officer ensures the safe and secure transport of inmates, detainees, and/or residents while following established correctional and transportation industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe and orderly operation of the assigned trip in a manner that promotes public safety, staff safety, and the secure and humane environment for inmates, detainees, and/or residents.
• Manage inmate, detainee, and/or resident activity per policy, including listening to complaints, resolving disputes or problems, taking corrective action, protecting rights, and completing required documentation.
• Follow sound safety practices and report injuries or accidents in a timely and accurate manner per 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. Do not deviate from the planned trip route unless cleared and/or directed by proper authorities.
• Complete preventive maintenance of equipment and ensure readiness of restraints, weapons, OIC kits, vehicles, etc.
• Ensure effective management and control of resources, including inmate/detainee and/or resident medications and property.
• Maintain professional relationships and communications with team members, customer agencies, and inmates, detainees, and/or residents.
• Apply restraints and use force strictly according to policy and customer contract requirements.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Willing to work flexible hours.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Prefer CDL A or B, or experience in Corrections, Military, Law Enforcement, or related fields.

Training

• Complete a 3-week paid pre-service training program.
• Annual recertification and in-service training.