SR. TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

The GEO Group, Inc.; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Flexible Spending Account

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Transportation Officer to lead detainee transport under high‑risk, federal contracts. A CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement is required, along with experience and the ability to work long hours and travel as needed.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and the ability to manage unexpected issues on the road. Join GEO Secured Services for a critical, mission-driven position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have 2+ years driving experience in a transportation role.
• Leadership experience is required.
• State firearms license if state requires.
• State security guard license if state requires.
• Completion of an approved training program in corrections, law enforcement, or military.
• CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement and clean record.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation duties on high-risk operations and federal contracts.
• Review vehicle inspection reports and summarize findings for management.
• Ensure all permits and licenses are current for assigned vehicles.
• Verify safety equipment is in place before trips and report issues to management.
• Track DOT hours of service on Electronic Logging Devices.
• Assist with interviewing and screening of applicants for Transport Officers.
• Prepare accurate reports and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Meet safety measures under PBNDS/FBNDS during transport of detainees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Driving experience

Stamina

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Corrections/Law Enforcement/Military training

State licensing as applicable

Job description

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

• Three (3) weeks Paid Time Off
• Fifteen (15) Paid Holidays
• 401(k) + 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that 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 the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the 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

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.
• Ensures that all missions meet or exceed PBNDS/FBNDS safety measures while transporting detainees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required. Possession of applicable state requisites for employment. Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Two (2) years of driving experience in a transportation capacity.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Must possess a State Firearms License, if state required.
• Must possess a State Security Guard License, if state required.
• Must have completed an approved training program resulting in a certification of satisfactory completion in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military.
• Certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military.
• A current driver’s license (CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement) with no preventable accidents, suspensions for driving convictions, Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or more than two (2) moving violations on any type of vehicle for the past three (3) years.
• Passing a company and Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol test.
• Ability to work overtime frequently.
• Ability to travel extended periods of time with frequent overnight stays.
• Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.
• Must be able to regularly report to work without being late.
• Ability to be physically alert on any shift that is assigned.
• Ability to work up to sixteen (16) hours within a rolling 24-hour period.
• Must be mature, flexible, and able to command the respect and confidence of inmates or detainees and staff and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.
• Ability to pass a Company and Federal Client background investigation.
• Willing and able to travel for extended periods of time on short notice.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department

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