Transport Sergeant, Correctional Sergeant (Madras) For ODOC and OCE employees only

Oregon Department of Human Services; United States; On-site; USD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Military leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Corrections is recruiting a Transport Sergeant (Madras) to lead a transport unit ensuring secure movement of adults in custody across multiple facilities. You will supervise staff, enforce safety protocols, conduct pre-transport searches, and manage equipment and paperwork for nationwide travel.

Qualified candidates will have correctional security experience, DPSST certification or equivalent, and a valid Oregon Class B license with endorsements.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in a correctional security setting with custody of adults.
• Within two weeks obtain DPSST Correctional Certificate or equivalent.
• Valid Oregon driver license; CDL after assignment optional.
• CDL not required initially but obtainable later.
• Pass range qualifications and background checks.
• Must have clear criminal history.
• Able to pass alcohol and drug testing.
• Oregon Class B Driver's License with Airbrake/Passenger Endorsement.
• Comply with Department contracts and security protocols.
• Experience in Transport Sergeant role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff in mass transfers, medical and court trips, and high-security movement.
• Conduct searches of adults in custody and vehicles prior to transport.
• Maintain key control and report mechanical or supply failures.
• Drive and supervise drivers of various vehicles, up to large transport buses.
• Supervise security staff who may carry firearms; maintain public safety.
• Promote professional conduct and sound security practices with the public.
• Transport adults in custody between facilities and to appointments nationwide.
• Be prepared for overtime and recall during unrest or emergencies.

Skills

Correctional security

DPSST certification

CDL eligible

Range qualifications

Criminal history

Education

Oregon DPSST Correctional Certificate

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 10/01/2026 Application Deadline: 10/11/2026 Agency: Department of Corrections Salary Range: $6,720 - $8,501 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Transport Sergeant, Correctional Sergeant (Madras) For ODOC and OCE employees only

Job Description: Transport Sergeant, Correctional Sergeant – For ODOC and OCE employees only Transport Office (Madras) Oregon Department of Corrections The Transport Unit is comprised of four offices statewide. The Madras, Oregon Transport Office is recruiting for one full-time permanent Transport Sergeant. You must be a current ODOC or OCE employee (contract workers excluded) to apply. This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

About the Job – Your Role

The Transport Unit provides secure transportation to authorized locations for the adults in the custody of the Department of Corrections. This position is part of the Transport Unit structure and manages the operational concerns of mass transfers, medical and court trips, and high security inmate movement consistent with prison and public safety. As a Transport Sergeant, you will function as lead worker over staff by enforcing sound safety and security principles, reporting any discrepancies to a supervisor. You will conduct searches of the adults in custody and vehicles prior to transport. The use mechanical restraints may be required to maintain control of the adults in custody being transported. You will maintain key control adhering to the department rules when dealing with restraint keys, vehicle keys, and other keys necessary in completing assigned duties. Maintain and/or report mechanical failures of equipment and/or operational supplies. Process paperwork in accordance with the departments rules and policies. Drive and supervise drivers of a variety of vehicles, up to and including large transport buses. Carry and supervise security staff authorized to carry firearms during the performance of daily duties. Maintain a professional demeanor with the public while ensuring sound security practices are maintained. Work is performed in a community setting under security supervision. Transporting adults in custody from one facility to another, dental, and medical appointments, court appearances and travel throughout the continental United States. Adults in custody have the potential for becoming angry, hostile, abusive, and aggressive increasing the risk to employee and the public for physical injury, death, and/or being taken hostage. There is an inherent responsibility to aid through recall and/or reassignment during unrest and other emergency situations occurring at the institution.

Hours of work could possibly consist of a five-day workweek of 8-hour shifts, or a four-day workweek of 10-hour shifts. Transport Officers hours can be flexed: 2 hours prior to their normal start time, or 2 hours later than their normal start time on a daily basis depending on the daily operational needs. Transport Sergeants need to qualify on several different weapon systems, meeting the Oregon State Police standards to perform the duties of this job. All applicants will need to qualify and maintain this standard. Transport Sergeants need to be Taser qualified or willing to go through Taser qualification and must carry a Taser during their job duties. Transport Sergeants must be willing to work overtime as needed, sometimes with minimal notice. There are times when staff are scheduled to conduct courtroom escorting, adults in custody transports, or medical trips where relief is not available, which may require overtime. Staff applying for these positions should be aware these situations often occur with Transport Officers. Transport Sergeants interact with the public daily and are expected to remain professional and courteous always while promoting public safety through ensuring sound security practices, maintaining positive control of adults in custody, and providing good customer service to all stakeholders. All Transport Sergeants must have a valid Driver's license and a LEDS check will be required. Successful candidates will be required to pass urinalysis testing for assignment to Transport. Transport Sergeant transfer adults in custody from one institution to another in a variety of different types of vehicles. Applicable training will be provided on these different types of vehicles.

Minimum & Special Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in a correctional security setting where your primary duties were the care and custody of adults in custody
• Be able to obtain, within two weeks, an Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Correctional Certificate OR a Correctional Certificate from another government agency
• Ability to obtain a valid Oregon motor vehicle operator's license
• You do not need a CDL to qualify, however, you must be able to obtain a CDL after being assigned to the Transport unit
• Ability to pass Range Qualifications
• Requested Skills
• Possess and maintain a clear criminal history
• Able to pass an alcohol and drug test
• Valid and Current Oregon Class B Driver’s License with Airbrake and Passenger Endorsement
• Compliance with all elements of Department of Corrections Contract 5321 (State Police IAA)
• Prior experience working in the Transport Sergeant Classification and serving in that capacity with the Department’s Transport Unit

Requirements for Employment

The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more information.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights. The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone, (that will have direct contact with residents), who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA. Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility. Please note – if you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application. You will have up until 24 hours after the posted application deadline to submit the appropriate documentation.

Benefits

• Family health, vision, and dental insurance
• Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
• 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
• Optional short and long-term disability
• Term life insurance
• Fully paid retirement program Oregon Saving Growth Plan
• Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
• And more

About the Department

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities, promote accountability, and transform lives. The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.

Questions

If you have questions about this position, selection process, or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.

Recruiter: Maria Arellano, [e-mail] Reference Number: Req-207674

ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship.

Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.

This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies.

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process.

This process is subject to change without notice.

This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.

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