The GEO Group, Inc.
Part Time Sr. Transportation Officer - As needed
The GEO Group, Inc., Council Bluffs, Iowa, us, 51502
Overview
Benefits Information: The pay rate for this position is $30.81 per hour with an additional incentive of $4.62 per hour when providing medical transport/guard services. Part Time Sr. Transportation Officer - As needed. GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for government partners worldwide across correctional and community reentry services. GEO offers diverse services including development of facilities, management services, and post-release reintegration and supervision. GEO Group emphasizes employee wellbeing and competitive wages. Responsibilities
The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Assistant Director, Transportation in high-risk operations and high-profile federal government transportation contracts. Securely transport detainees between destinations and ensure vehicles are safe and properly maintained. Assist management when unexpected problems arise to develop effective and efficient solutions. Review all vehicle inspection reports and develop summaries for Transportation management, noting commonalities and suggesting solutions as needed. Ensure that all permits and licenses for all assigned vehicles are in order and that vehicles have the necessary safety equipment before trips. Notify Transportation management if there are problems before assignments. Provide security for detainees at offsite medical appointments, hospitals, clinics, and mental health facilities. Manage visitor access, prevent unauthorized entry, and ensure only authorized personnel access restricted areas. Document and report incidents including security breaches, accidents, and conflicts. Use verbal de-escalation techniques and physical intervention if necessary to control agitated or aggressive detainees. Track DOT Hours of Service on Electronic Logging Devices. Assist with interviewing and screening of applicant Transport Officers when required. Review all necessary paperwork and reports accurately and thoroughly; ensure reports are submitted to Transportation management per policies. Ensure all missions meet or exceed PBNDS/FBNDS safety measures while transporting detainees. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; state requisites for employment; must be at least 21 years old; U.S. citizen. Three (3) years of continuous law enforcement related experience, including at least two (2) years as a lead supervisor or successful completion of GEO’s Supervision Training Course (certificate required). Demonstrated leadership experience; approved training program resulting in certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military. Certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military. Current U.S. driver’s license with no preventable accidents or major violations in the past three years; able to pass company and DOT drug and alcohol tests. Ability to work overtime frequently and travel extended periods with overnight stays; handle physical and mental stress; arrive on time; work up to 16 hours within a rolling 24-hour period. Must be mature, flexible, and able to command respect of inmates, detainees, and staff; pass background check; willing to travel on short notice; proficient with department software. May be required to obtain a USDOT medical examiner certificate after hire. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Part-time Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries: Security and Investigations
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Benefits Information: The pay rate for this position is $30.81 per hour with an additional incentive of $4.62 per hour when providing medical transport/guard services. Part Time Sr. Transportation Officer - As needed. GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for government partners worldwide across correctional and community reentry services. GEO offers diverse services including development of facilities, management services, and post-release reintegration and supervision. GEO Group emphasizes employee wellbeing and competitive wages. Responsibilities
The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Assistant Director, Transportation in high-risk operations and high-profile federal government transportation contracts. Securely transport detainees between destinations and ensure vehicles are safe and properly maintained. Assist management when unexpected problems arise to develop effective and efficient solutions. Review all vehicle inspection reports and develop summaries for Transportation management, noting commonalities and suggesting solutions as needed. Ensure that all permits and licenses for all assigned vehicles are in order and that vehicles have the necessary safety equipment before trips. Notify Transportation management if there are problems before assignments. Provide security for detainees at offsite medical appointments, hospitals, clinics, and mental health facilities. Manage visitor access, prevent unauthorized entry, and ensure only authorized personnel access restricted areas. Document and report incidents including security breaches, accidents, and conflicts. Use verbal de-escalation techniques and physical intervention if necessary to control agitated or aggressive detainees. Track DOT Hours of Service on Electronic Logging Devices. Assist with interviewing and screening of applicant Transport Officers when required. Review all necessary paperwork and reports accurately and thoroughly; ensure reports are submitted to Transportation management per policies. Ensure all missions meet or exceed PBNDS/FBNDS safety measures while transporting detainees. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; state requisites for employment; must be at least 21 years old; U.S. citizen. Three (3) years of continuous law enforcement related experience, including at least two (2) years as a lead supervisor or successful completion of GEO’s Supervision Training Course (certificate required). Demonstrated leadership experience; approved training program resulting in certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military. Certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military. Current U.S. driver’s license with no preventable accidents or major violations in the past three years; able to pass company and DOT drug and alcohol tests. Ability to work overtime frequently and travel extended periods with overnight stays; handle physical and mental stress; arrive on time; work up to 16 hours within a rolling 24-hour period. Must be mature, flexible, and able to command respect of inmates, detainees, and staff; pass background check; willing to travel on short notice; proficient with department software. May be required to obtain a USDOT medical examiner certificate after hire. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Part-time Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries: Security and Investigations
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