ASST. TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR

The GEO Group, Inc.; Lovejoy (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a qualified individual for a position focused on transportation supervision in Lovejoy, Georgia. The role includes training Transportation Officers, overseeing work assignments, and ensuring vehicle maintenance compliance while transporting detainees safely.

Ideal candidates must meet specific qualifications including transportation experience and a valid driver’s license, with strong communication and leadership skills being essential. Join us in a challenging environment where teamwork is vital.

Qualifications

• Must meet Transportation Officer qualifications.
• One year of transportation experience required.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license is necessary.
• Ability to write reports and documents.
• Must be a United States citizen.

Responsibilities

• Assist in training Transportation Officers on policies and procedures.
• Schedule work assignments for Transportation Officers.
• Monitor Transportation Officers during operations.
• Manage vehicle maintenance schedules and repairs.
• Prepare reports on accidents involving Transportation Officers.

Skills

Transportation experience

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Problem solving techniques

Knowledge of DOT requirements

Job description

Benefits Information

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

• Assist Transportation Supervisor or Manager in the training of Transportation Officers on the policies and procedures related to transportation of detainees.
• Schedule Transportation Officers work assignments.
• Monitor Transportation Officers during the preparation, leaving, and returning from the facility to ensure the care and custody of detainees is maintained as per the organizational and contract requirements. Report any problems to management for proper resolution.
• Ensure that maintenance services schedules and repairs of all assigned vehicles. Ensure that all defects identified by the Transportation Officer or an inspector are promptly repaired. Review maintenance and repair work and newly purchased vehicles and equipment to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Respond, investigate, and prepare reports on any accidents by assigned Transportation Officers.
• Transport detainees in the event of emergencies or lack of Transportation/Perimeter Officer availability.
• Issue orders for vehicle departures specified times and according to posted schedules.
• Ensure Transportation Officers semi‑annual weapons qualifications are current.
• Ensure all Mission Trackers are complete and accurate. Maintain documentation and support records with monthly billings.
• Maintain Department of Transportation (DOT) files.
• Maintain regulatory knowledge by attending at least eight hours per year of transportation or regulatory topics related to transportation activities. Create networks with transportation authorities to ensure the facility is knowledgeable on transportation activities.

Qualifications

If you enjoy working with many different people, have a cooperative spirit, thrive in a challenging environment, and are comfortable using software for employee supervision, you could be the person we’re looking for.

Apply if you meet the following:

• Must meet all of the Transportation Officer qualifications.
• One (1) year transportation experience.
• Valid proper class motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Knowledge of DOT requirements for Hours of Service and Vehicle inspections.
• Ability to set standards and procedures to establish satisfactory levels of performance, quality and productivity.
• Ability to coordinate the demands of the transportation operations.
• Effective personnel interaction, communication skills, and problem solving techniques.
• Sound and effective leadership skills.
• Ability to effectively train staff.
• Ability to write reports, memorandum, policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must have resided within the United States or its territories for three (3) or more years out of the last five (5) years OR worked for the United States overseas for the Federal Government or US Military OR been a dependent of an employee who worked for the United States overseas for the Federal Government or US Military.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally: lift, carry, push, or pull up to 60 lbs. and above, bend, stoop, climb, and work in extreme temperatures.
• Frequently: lift or carry up to 40 lbs.; push or pull up to 60 lbs., reach above shoulder level, drive automatic equipment vehicles, work with machinery, walk, stand, sit.