Part Time Transportation Officer - As needed

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking a Transportation Officer responsible for securely transporting detainees and ensuring vehicle safety. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and the ability to handle the physical and mental demands of the role. Join a leader in rehabilitation services and enjoy competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience handling prisoners or as a Corrections, Detention, or Military Police Officer.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol tests.
• Possibility to obtain a USDOT medical examiner certificate after hire.

Responsibilities

• Conducts pre-trip, during-trip, and post-trip inspections of all vehicles operated.
• Secures detainees properly before departure and during transport.
• Completes all paperwork accurately and ensures reports are submitted according to policies.

Skills

Ability to handle physical and mental stress

Ability to work with computers and relevant software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 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 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 beginning a trip and notifies the Transportation Manager of any issues.
• Ensures vehicles have necessary safety equipment before trips and reports issues to the Transportation Manager.
• Completes all paperwork accurately and ensures reports are submitted according to policies.
• Secures detainees properly before departure and during transport, obtaining and completing all necessary documentation.
• Follows all safety measures and legal regulations during transportation.
• Contacts safety authorities and facility management immediately in case of an accident, providing detailed reports.
• Delivers vehicles for servicing and retrieves them when ready.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; valid state requisites for employment.
• Three (3) years' experience handling prisoners or as a Corrections, Detention, or Military Police Officer.
• At least twenty-one (21) years old.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Valid U.S. driver license.
• 80 hours of verified and certified driver's training.
• State Firearms License.
• State Security Guard License.
• Completion of an approved training program in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military.
• Clean driving record with no preventable accidents or suspensions for the past three years.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol tests.
• Ability to work overtime and travel extended periods with overnight stays.
• Ability to handle physical and mental stress, work long hours, and be physically alert.
• Ability to work with computers and relevant software.
• Possibility to obtain a USDOT medical examiner certificate after hire.