SR. TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

The GEO Group, Inc.; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Transportation Officer in Hobbs, New Mexico. This role involves leading high-risk transportation operations and ensuring the safety of detainees during transit.

Candidates must have a CDL Class B license with a passenger endorsement, along with two years of relevant driving experience. The role emphasizes adherence to safety protocols and the ability to address unexpected challenges in critical situations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Two (2) years of driving experience in a transportation capacity.
• Must possess a current driver’s license (CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement).

Responsibilities

• Transport detainees securely between destinations.
• Ensure vehicles are safe and properly maintained.
• Assist in developing solutions for unexpected problems.

Skills

Leadership experience

Ability to handle stress

Driving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Firearms License

State Security Guard License

Certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military

Job description

Benefits Information

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

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

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination.

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. The position is responsible for securely transporting detainees between destinations and ensuring that vehicles used for transportation activities are safe and properly maintained. Additionally, the officer assists management when unexpected problems arise to develop effective and efficient solutions.

• 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, notes commonalities from the reports, and 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 and notifies the Transportation management if there are problems prior to 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, ensuring that all reports are turned in to 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Must possess a State Security Guard License.
• 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 (twenty-four) 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.
• Must be a United States Citizen.