Senior Detainee Transport Specialist

The GEO Group, Inc.; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. in Kansas seeks a Transport Officer to support detainee transport operations. The role requires law enforcement or correctional experience, a valid driver license, and the ability to drive long hours with overnight travel.

Responsibilities include vehicle inspections, DOT compliance, interviewing applicants, and maintaining safety standards in line with PBNDS/FBNDS. The position emphasizes flexibility, endurance, and ability to work under stress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• Three years of experience as a Law Enforcement Officer with Arrest Authority or three years of Prisoner Handling and detention experience.
• Two years of driving experience in a transportation capacity.
• Certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military.
• CDL license or CDL permit preferred; must obtain CDL within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assisting management when unique or unexpected problems arise while transporting detainees.
• 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 management if there are problems.
• Properly tracking DOT Hours of Service on Electronic Logging Devices.
• Participating in interviewing and screening of applicant Transport Officers.
• Reviewing all necessary paperwork and submitting reports to Transportation management according to policies.
• Ensuring that all missions meet or exceed PBNDS/FBNDS safety measures while transporting detainees.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Prisoner handling experience

Driving experience

Education

High school diploma

Corrections/Law Enforcement/Military certification

Tools

CDL license

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. in Kansas seeks a Transport Officer to support detainee transport operations. The role requires law enforcement or correctional experience, a valid driver license, and the ability to drive long hours with overnight travel.

Responsibilities include vehicle inspections, DOT compliance, interviewing applicants, and maintaining safety standards in line with PBNDS/FBNDS. The position emphasizes flexibility, endurance, and ability to work under stress.