Transportation Officer

South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Health, dental, and life insurance

15 days annual leave

13 paid holidays

State retirement plans

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) seeks a Transportation Officer to ensure safe and secure transport of youth to appointments and between facilities in Columbia and across the state. You will supervise and custody youth during transport per laws and agency procedures.

Responsibilities include maintaining vehicle and equipment readiness, documenting transports, and supporting security at facilities. Must meet state requirements and have a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of state laws and SC child abuse statutes.
• Ability to pass competency exams and meet certification requirements.
• Six months of security experience in a correctional/detention facility.
• Must be able to restrain youth and remain mobile.

Responsibilities

• Provides secure transportation of youth between facilities, courts, medical appointments, and other locations.
• Adheres to agency policies on youth supervision, security protocols, documenting transports, and event reporting.
• Completes accurate documentation related to transports, incidents, and vehicle use.
• Provides statewide transport support to multiple facilities and on-call urgent transport needs.
• Keeps transport vehicles and security equipment inspected and properly used.
• Performs other duties to support the agency's mission as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Security procedures

Custody & supervision

Knowledge of state laws

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Responsibilities

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

MISSION

It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

Job Responsibilities

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

MISSION

It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

Job Purpose

Under general supervision, the transportation officer exercises safety and security measures at the facility. This position is responsible for providing transportation of youth to and from appointments i.e., medical, dental, and court appearances. This position is responsible for ensuring the custody, control, and supervision of youth during transport while adhering to all applicable laws, policies, procedures, and security protocols. Also, observes and reports unusual activities and provides school security assistance as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides secure transportation of youth between secure facilities, courts, medical appointments, and other authorized locations while maintaining safety, supervision, and compliance with agency policies.
• Follows agency policies related to youth supervision, security protocols, documentation, use of restraints and event reporting.
• Completes accurate and timely documentation related to transports, incidents, vehicle use and youth transfers.
• Provides transport services across the state to support multiple youth secure facilities, responding to operational needs and priorities.
• Maintains availability during assigned on-call periods to respond to urgent transport needs, including after-hours or emergency situations.
• Ensures transport vehicles and security equipment are inspected, maintained, and used appropriately to support safe transportation.
• Performs other related duties and tasks as assigned by a supervisor to further support the agency's mission and values.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

A high school diploma.

Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of state laws/ instructional rules/regulations/guidelines for custody, control and supervision of youth.
• Knowledge of SC Child Abuse statues.
• Knowledge of purpose/methods/practices of secure facilities.
• Knowledge of various methods of instructing/handling/supervising youth in various activities.
• Ability to pass a competency examination SCDJJ Policies and Procedures and Instructional guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to meet and maintain certification under the SC Law Enforcement Training Act.

Essential Position:

Must perform restraints on youth without restrictions. Work in locked quarters, be able to bend over, lift 50+ Ibs., must be mobile, no sedentary duties, must be able to work around youth without restrictions.

This position performs job related to custody, control, transportation or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS

Must be 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED and must have valid driver’s license. Must be an Officer in compliance with and certified under Continue Law Enforcement Education (Clee) within six (6) months employment and must successfully pass all required exams and performance assessments.

Mandatory six (6) months’ security experience in a correctional or detention facility.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.

You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.