SR. TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

The GEO Group, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Transportation Officer based in Boise, Idaho, responsible for leading the secure and safe transportation of detainees for federal government contracts. This role requires a CDL Class B with a Passenger endorsement and at least six months of law enforcement or military police experience.

Applicants must possess strong leadership skills, knowledge of DOT regulations, and a valid driver's license. A competitive benefits package is offered, including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Six (6) months of experience in law enforcement, military police, or security.
• One (1) year of driving experience.
• All necessary licenses and permits.

Responsibilities

• Lead worker in high-risk operations and federal transportation contracts.
• Securely transport detainees and maintain vehicle safety.
• Assist management in problem-solving during transport.
• Ensure compliance with safety measures.

Skills

CDL Class B with Passenger endorsement

Leadership experience

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Experience with detainee transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent certification

Job description

Benefits

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account
• Other Benefits Available

Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Transportation Manager in high-risk operations and high-profile federal government transportation contracts and must possess a CDL Class B with a (“P”) passenger endorsement. It also is responsible for securely transporting detainees between destinations and ensuring that the vehicles used for transportation activities are safe and properly maintained. Finally, this position assists management when unexpected problems arise to develop effective and efficient solutions.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• The Senior Transportation Officer assists management when unique or unexpected problems arise while transporting detainees. Helps to develop effective and efficient solutions.
• The Senior Transportation Officer reviews all vehicle inspection reports. Develops summaries for Transportation management and notes commonalities from the reports. Suggests solutions as necessary.
• Ensures that all permits and licenses for all assigned vehicles are in order.
• The Senior Transportation Officer verifies that vehicles have the necessary safety equipment before initiating a trip. Notifies the Transportation management if there are problems before assignments.
• Properly tracks DOT HOS on Electronic Logging Devices.
• The Senior Transportation Officer assists with interviewing and screening of applicant Transport Officers when required.
• Reviews all necessary paperwork and reports in an accurate and thorough manner. Ensures that all reports are turned into the Transportation management according to described policies and procedures.
• The Senior Transportation Officer ensures that all missions meet or exceed PBNDS/FBNDS safety measures while transporting detainees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification.
• Must meet applicable state employment requirements and be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Six (6) months of experience as a law enforcement officer, military police officer, or security officer performing duties related to the detention of civil or administrative detainees.
• One (1) year of driving experience in a transportation capacity.
• Valid driver’s license.
• A valid ‘Class B’ or ‘Class C’ Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a Passenger (P) endorsement within six (6) months of appointment, with no preventable accidents, suspensions for driving convictions, DWI/DUI incidents, or more than two moving violations in the past three (3) years.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• State Firearms License. (Based on state requirements).
• State Security Guard License. (Based on state requirements).
• Preferred Completion of an approved training program resulting in certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military.
• Preferred Certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military.