SR. TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Training

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions is looking for a Senior Transportation Officer in Idaho Falls. In this role, you'll be responsible for securely transporting detainees and ensuring vehicles are properly maintained and equipped. You will assist in management when unexpected problems arise.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid CDL with a passenger endorsement, and at least six months of relevant experience. Join GEO for a fulfilling career with competitive benefits and supportive team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• At least six months of experience in law enforcement or security.
• One year of driving experience in a transportation capacity.

Responsibilities

• Securely transporting detainees between destinations.
• Tracking DOT hours of service on Electronic Logging Devices.
• Assist in interviewing and screening Transport Officer applicants.

Skills

Leadership experience

Safe vehicle operation

Problem-solving

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger endorsement

Job description

Benefits Information

• 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

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

Summary:

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.

Facility Overview

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent certification.
• Must meet applicable state employment requirements and be at least twentyone (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 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.