Transportation Officer Part Time

Akima; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima is seeking an Armed Transportation/Detention Officer in Brownsville, TX, responsible for secure and safe transportation of detainees. The officer must maintain order, conduct security checks, and provide care for detainees.

Crucial qualifications include a high school diploma, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to pass background checks. The role demands physical fitness and the capability to manage stressful situations appropriately.

Qualifications

• US Citizen residing in the U.S. for at least the last five years.
• Pass criminal background checks and drug tests.
• At least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Securely transport detainees to authorized locations.
• Maintain order and discipline among detainees.
• Conduct security checks of vehicles and equipment.

Skills

English proficiency

Judgment and discretion

Physical fitness

Integrity and accountability

Cross-cultural communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

Firearms

Commercial Driver’s License

Job description

AIP is looking for an Armed Transportation/Detention Officer to work in Brownsville, TX. The Armed Transportation/Detention Officer is responsible for providing secure and safe transportation of detainees to and from authorized locations in the Los Fresnos, TX and surrounding areas as required.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties related to the detention, processing, safeguarding, security, escort and transport of detainees as required by the contract.
• Exercises surveillance and control over detainees and maintains order and discipline.
• Make official entries in the transportation and processing logbooks that are legible and complete.
• Conduct a security and sanitation check of the area prior to relieving the outgoing officer.
• Perform complete vehicle inspections prior to and following every transportation route.
• Inventory all equipment and notate the results in the logbook.
• Receive all authorized equipment and ensure that it is in proper working condition.
• You are required to duty carry one of the authorized intermediate weapons.
• Intermediate weapons should be used in accordance with Service approved Use of Force policy.
• Ensure that communication radio is in good working order with a fully charged battery.
• Inspect, maintain, and care for authorized equipment including but not limited to:
  • One approved semi-automatic pistol with appropriate duty belt and magazines.
  • All magazines loaded to full capacity.
  • Handcuffs/leg irons and keys, waist chains, black boxes, and restraint keys.
  • Ballistic vests which must be always worn while performing armed officer duties.
• Maintain state armed guard licensing and Class C Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Qualify with assigned weapon at least twice per year.
• Attends to housing, feeding, and the physical well-being of detainees.
• Enforces rules and regulations of the detention facility.
• Provides care, custody, and control of detainees.
• Removes detainees from holding areas using proper restraints and security measures.
• Guards’ detainees at deportation or exclusion hearings, during transport, while receiving medical care and when and other duties as assigned.
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with organization policies and procedures.
• Follows company-wide safety policies and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting, and monitoring as outlined in the Officer Handbook and other Company Safety Policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Concisely and accurately prepare and write narratives of incidents and other written reports.
• Pass and maintain required medical and physical testing requirements and standards.
• Exercises judgment and uses discretion in dealing with first response to all situations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in methods and techniques of securing and controlling detainees by following required training, policy, and procedure.
• Maintain physical fitness standards and proficiency with firearms issued and other special equipment.
• Maintain a professional personal appearance, calm demeanor, and discretion with sensitive information.
• Possess a high degree of integrity and accountability.
• Knowledge of ICE PBNDS is a plus.
• Ability to work with a diverse population of people, including people of different cultures, with different values and lifestyles, with a cross-cultural perspective.

Qualifications

• US Citizen and have resided in the U.S. for at least the last five years.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Pass a criminal background and consumer credit check (no criminal record).
• Obtain and maintain a DHS/ICE government clearance.
• Pass all pre-employment and random drug tests.
• Pass a medical examination and meet health requirements as a continued condition of employment.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Possess a valid state commercial driver's license with passenger endorsement.
• Possess a valid state armed security license.
• One year of Military, Security, Law Enforcement, or Corrections experience demonstrating the following:
  • Ability to greet and deal tactfully and professionally with the public.
  • Capability of following and interpreting/understanding written and verbal orders, policies and regulations, printed rules, and regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and can compose written and oral reports.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment: courage, alertness, an even temperament, and render satisfactory performance through his/her responsibilities.
  • Ability to maintain poise and self-control during potential emergencies and unexpected situations that may involve mental and physical stress such as disturbances, altercations, fires, and building evacuations.
• Strictly maintain physical fitness standards for law enforcement and CDL requirements.

Physical Capability

• This position requires the candidate to pass a pre-employment physical, maintain physical fitness standards and be willing and capable of the following physical requirements:
  • Ability to walk through all areas of the facility for tours of duty in varied (sometimes extreme) weather conditions.
  • Ability to stand, sit, walk, and bend for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to respond quickly during emergency situations, including jogging and fast walking to incidents.
• Ability to work without restrictions and limitations:
  • Must be able to lift heavy objects up to 50lbs frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • Must be able to push a wheelchair bound individual weighing up to 300 pounds and helping individual in and out of chair.
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, crawl, kneel, reach, and climb stairs, ladders and slopes periodically.
  • Strictly maintain physical fitness standards required for the position and for Department of Transportation CDL license holder throughout your employment under this contract.
  • Must be capable of performing CPR and rendering assistance when needed.

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description generally cover the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Subject to the terms of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the company management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as may be necessary.

Job Information

Job ID: 2026-23655

Work Type: On-Site