Transportation Officer

G4S Secure Solutions; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Flexible schedules

Ongoing paid training

Job summary

G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. is hiring a Transportation Officer in the United States. The role focuses on safe and secure escort of individuals during scheduled travel, with duties including accompanying travelers, monitoring activities, and maintaining required paperwork.

The position requires 12–15 hour shifts based on operations and travel requirements, with a strong emphasis on adhering to company and customer policies while maintaining professionalism and respect in all assignments.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills and ability to write clear reports.
• Active listening and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to interpret written rules and follow safety procedures.
• General experience greeting the public and following orders is required.

Responsibilities

• Escort individuals during scheduled travel and monitor safety.
• Complete required documentation for each assignment.
• Ensure compliance with company and customer policies and safety requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Conflict mediation

Judgment and decision making

Written reports

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Transportation Officer

Job Locations

US-LA-Alexandria

Overview

G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Job Description

G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc., an Allied Universal Company, is hiring a Transportation Officer. The Transportation Officer is responsible for the safe and secure escort of individuals during scheduled travel. Duties include accompanying individuals during travel, monitoring activities, maintaining required documentation, and communicating with appropriate personnel regarding travel schedules and changes. The Transportation Officer must follow all company and customer requirements while maintaining a professional and respectful manner throughout each assignment. This position requires the ability to work extended shifts ranging from 12 to 15 hours based on operational and travel requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct pat-down searches and follow established procedures to ensure individuals are properly screened and secured prior to and during transportation.
• Escort and monitor individuals during scheduled travel; maintain constant awareness of safety and security.
• Complete required documentation accurately and ensure all necessary paperwork accompanies each assignment.
• Follow all applicable company and customer policies, procedures, and safety requirements while performing assigned duties.

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid, unexpired U.S. passport required
• Ability to meet and maintain any applicable licensing, including driver's license or certification requirements
• Must be a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United Sates
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws; G4S will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law
• Minimum of 21 years of age
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in any combination of the following:
  • Law enforcement
  • Military police
  • Security officer engaged in functions related to correctional operations
• Employees shall have at least one (1) year of general experience that demonstrates the following:
  • The ability to greet and deal tactfully with the general public
  • Capability of understanding and applying written and verbal orders, rules, and regulations
  • Ability to interpret printed rules and regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials
  • Ability to compose reports
  • Exercise good judgment, alertness, and render satisfactory performance through knowledge of their position responsibilities
• Effective oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly and accurately
• Active listening skills
• Ability to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
• Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Current unarmed security officer license or registration in the applicable state.
• Fluency in multiple languages (reading, writing, and speaking)

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more...

Closing

G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.

G4S will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department.