Senior Detainee Transport Lead

The GEO Group, Inc.; Robstown (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is a leading provider of correctional and reentry services with a global footprint. This role supports transport operations, safety standards, and regulatory compliance, ensuring humane, secure, and efficient movement of detainees.

Candidates should have extensive law enforcement or detention experience, CDL credentials, and the ability to travel and work extended shifts. The company offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Three years as a Law Enforcement Officer with Arrest Authority; or three years in Prisoner Handling/detention.
• Two years of driving experience in a transportation capacity.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Completed an approved training program resulting in certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military.
• CDL driver's license or CDL permit preferred; must obtain CDL within six months of hire.
• Current driver's license with clean driving record over past 3 years.
• Passing a DOT drug and alcohol test.
• Ability to travel extended periods with overnight stays.
• Ability to work overtime frequently.

Responsibilities

• Assisting management when unique or unexpected problems arise while transporting detainees (help develop effective and efficient solutions).
• Reviewing all vehicle inspection reports, developing summaries for Transportation management.
• Ensuring that all permits and licenses for assigned vehicles are in order.
• Ensuring vehicles have the necessary safety equipment before initiating a trip and notifying the Transportation management if there are problems.
• Properly tracking DOT HOS on Electronic Logging Devices.
• Participating in interviewing and screening of applicant Transport Officers.
• Reviewing all necessary paperwork, ensuring that all reports are turned into the Transportation management according to described policies and procedures.
• Ensuring that all missions meet or exceed PBNDS/FBNDS safety measures while transporting detainees.

Skills

Leadership experience

Driving experience

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. is a leading provider of correctional and reentry services with a global footprint. This role supports transport operations, safety standards, and regulatory compliance, ensuring humane, secure, and efficient movement of detainees.

Candidates should have extensive law enforcement or detention experience, CDL credentials, and the ability to travel and work extended shifts. The company offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities in a mission-driven environment.