Part Time Transportation Officer - As needed

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; North Dakota; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in evidenced-based rehabilitation seeks a Transportation Officer responsible for securely transporting detainees. The role requires a valid driver’s license, significant experience in law enforcement or corrections, and the ability to handle physical and mental stress during extended shifts. Join a reputable organization that values employee wellbeing and offers competitive wages.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits

Competitive wages

Recognition of achievements

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in law enforcement or corrections.
• Must be 21 years old, U.S. citizen with valid driver's license.
• Completion of certified driver's training and firearms training required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip, during-trip, and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Ensure detainees are secured during transport and paperwork is completed.
• Follow safety measures and report any incidents immediately.

Skills

Physical alertness

Communication

Conflict resolution

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer software proficiency

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 evidenced-based rehabilitation.

Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide, across a spectrum of 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 activities are safe and properly maintained.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts pre-trip, during-trip, and post-trip inspections of all vehicles operated.
• Provides written Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR) at the end of each trip or shift and reports any safety defects to the Transportation Supervisor.
• Ensures all permits and licenses are in order before starting a trip. Notifies the Transportation Manager of any issues before trip initiation.
• Verifies that vehicles have necessary safety equipment before trips and reports issues to the Transportation Manager.
• Completes all required paperwork accurately and ensures reports are submitted according to policies.
• Ensures detainees are properly secured during transport and all paperwork is correctly completed when detainees are obtained and delivered.
• Follows all safety measures and legal requirements during transportation.
• Contacts safety authorities and facility management immediately in case of an accident, providing detailed verbal and written reports.
• Delivers vehicles for servicing and retrieves them when ready.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; applicable state requisites for employment.
• Three (3) years’ experience handling prisoners as a Law Enforcement Officer, Corrections, Detention, or Military Police Officer.
• At least twenty-one (21) years old.
• U.S. citizen.
• Valid U.S. driver license.
• 80 hours of verified and certified driver’s training from an approved provider.
• State Firearms License.
• State Security Guard License.
• Completion of an approved training program in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military with certification.
• Clean driving record with no preventable accidents or suspensions for driving convictions, DWI, DUI, or more than two (2) moving violations in the past three (3) years.
• Pass company and Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol tests.
• Ability to work overtime and extended travel with overnight stays.
• Ability to handle physical and mental stress, work up to 16 hours within a 24-hour period, and be physically alert during shifts.
• Mature, flexible, and able to command respect from inmates, detainees, and staff.
• Proficient with computers and relevant software.
• May need to obtain a USDOT medical examiner certificate (“medical card”) after hire.