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Part Time Transportation Officer - As needed

GEO Corrections & Detentions

Harrisburg (Dauphin County)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 45,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in evidence-based rehabilitation is seeking a Transportation Officer to securely transport detainees. This role involves vehicle inspections, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining accurate documentation. Candidates must have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and the ability to handle physical and mental stress.

Qualifications

  • At least three years of experience handling prisoners or as a Corrections, Detention, or Military Police Officer.
  • Valid U.S. driver license and State Firearms License required.
  • Eighty hours of verified and certified driver's training.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct pre-trip, during-trip, and post-trip inspections of all vehicles operated.
  • Secure detainees properly before departure and during transport.
  • Report accidents to safety authorities and facility management.

Skills

Physical alertness
Mental resilience
Proficiency with computers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of an approved training program in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those who strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidence-based rehabilitation.

Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From developing state-of-the-art facilities and providing management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO:
  • We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
  • Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.
Responsibilities
Summary

The Transportation Officer is responsible for securely transporting detainees between destinations and ensuring that the vehicles used for transportation are safe and properly maintained.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Conduct pre-trip, during-trip, and post-trip inspections of all vehicles operated.
  • Provide written Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR) at the end of each trip or shift, reporting any safety defects to the Transportation Supervisor.
  • Ensure all permits and licenses are valid before starting a trip; notify the Transportation Manager of any issues.
  • Verify that vehicles have necessary safety equipment before trips; report issues to the Transportation Manager.
  • Complete all required paperwork accurately and submit reports according to policies and procedures.
  • Secure detainees properly before departure and during transport; ensure all documentation is complete and accurate when obtaining and delivering detainees.
  • Follow all safety measures and legal regulations during transportation.
  • Immediately report accidents to safety authorities and facility management, providing detailed verbal and written reports.
  • Deliver vehicles for servicing and retrieve them when ready.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent; valid state requisites for employment.
  • At least three (3) years of experience handling prisoners or as a Corrections, Detention, or Military Police Officer.
  • Minimum age of twenty-one (21) years.
  • United States citizenship.
  • Valid U.S. driver license.
  • Eighty (80) hours of verified and certified driver's training from an approved provider, as per U.S. Department of Transportation standards.
  • State Firearms License.
  • State Security Guard License.
  • Completion of an approved training program in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military, with certification of satisfactory completion.
  • No preventable accidents, suspensions, DWI/DUI, or more than two (2) moving violations in the past three (3) years.
  • Pass company and DOT drug and alcohol tests.
  • Ability to work overtime and travel extended periods, including overnight stays.
  • Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with extended hours.
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality.
  • Physical alertness and ability to work up to sixteen (16) hours within a 24-hour period.
  • Ability to command respect and maintain high mental resilience.
  • Proficiency with computers and relevant software.
  • Possibility to obtain a USDOT medical examiner certificate (
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