Armed Security Transportation Officer/Mount Laurel, NJ

Bering Straits Native • Mount Laurel, NJ

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About The Position

Paragon Professional Services, a subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation and Asset Protection & Security Services, LLC are seeking individuals who are qualified to become an Armed Ground Transportation Officer for the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Mount Laurel, NJ.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum two (2) years' experience as a Law Enforcement Officer and/or Military Police Officer or six (6) months experience as a security officer engaged in functions related to detailing civil or administrative detainees or, two (2) years active-duty military service with an honorable discharge.
• Must maintain an active telephone to receive assignments and maintain communication with co-workers and supervisory staff.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and data entry.
• Effective organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of a valid New Jersey Permit to Carry.
• Possession of a valid New Jersey Security Officer Registration Card.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License or valid Commercial Driver's License for the state you reside in.
• Possession of a USDOT Medical Card (for CDL license holders only).
• Current federal background investigation and access or ability to obtain (e-Qip).
• Active Federal government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform transportation duties per PBNDS Standards and Training. Transportation and guard services will be provided 24/7 throughout the Baltimore AOR. Rotating shifts.
• Ensure all detainee transports are documented and detainee records and possessions are always safeguarded. Provide trip documentation to the Transportation Coordinator in a timely manner.
• Notify Operations Supervisor, Transportation Coordinator and/or Project Manager of any route variations/changes.
• Ensure that any required detainee documentation is obtained from the transferring facility/agency prior to departure.
• Report any safety related transportation issues immediately and complete a vehicle repair order and give to the Supervisor in charge of Fleet Management.
• Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections on your assigned vehicle prior to departing the HUB. Complete post vehicle checks at the completion of your assignment.
• Ensure all required equipment is present in your assigned vehicle prior to departing. This shall include, but not limited to, first aid kits, insurance card, flares, security devices, etc.
• If assigned to a stationary guard post, such as hospital duty, ensure compliance with Post Orders and hospital protocol.
• Ensure you always have in your possession; guard card, weapons permit, ICE ID, Company ID, medical card (if applicable).
• Report any accidents, incidents and/or injuries associated with your transportation duties. Complete any required incident reports and/or documentation prior to your departure.
• Complete a Record of Presence (ROP), equipment and key sign in/out sheet and all associated paperwork necessary, daily.
• Conduct an initial screening of all incoming detainees consisting of a visual and verbal confirmation of each individual detainee.
• Initiate and conduct a thorough secondary search of each detainee by checking the detainee's personage, clothing, and personal effects upon entering.
• Ensure service forms are properly documented via the appropriate form/detention management processes.
• Distribute and ensure that all ICE detainees are provided one (1) meal and detainee has access to water sources.
• Conduct regular 15 minute 'sight checks' on all ICE hold room cells when occupied by ICE detainees, ensuring proper documentation via an established 'log' or logbook.
• Ensure that each detainee is properly added via the EADM system, utilizing the information contained within the 'Detention Folder' and/or 'detainee intake form'.
• Conduct proper searches of detainees, their property, and company vehicles.
• Perform job duties in a manner that maintains proper custody and control of detainees and security equipment.
• Ability to safely operate various vehicles, to include sedans, vans, and 26 passenger bus (CDL drivers).
• Transport Officers are required to maintain a valid Armed Guard/Firearms permit as part of their qualifications to perform transport duties.
• The Contractor shall certify proficiency every quarter. Training curriculum shall include Use of Force training, Tactics, Weapon Safety, and Range Qualifications.
• All Armed Officers are required to recertify with their issued duty handgun at periodicities set forth in the Federal contract or state requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Real Estate
• Education Level: High school or GED