AGS is looking for a Transportation Security Officer to work in Florence, AZ. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! The position offers an hourly rate of $32.14 and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
Ensures the safety and security of detainees in custody, acting in accordance with the highest ethical standards at all times, and ensuring a spirit of fairness and integrity in the on-going execution of their duties.
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.
Makes official entries in the transportation and processing logbooks that are legible and complete.
Conducts a security and sanitation check of the area prior to relieving the outgoing officer.
Performs complete vehicle inspections prior to and following every transportation route.
Inventory all equipment and notate the results in the logbook.
Receives all authorized equipment and ensure that it is in proper working condition.
Duty carry one of the authorized intermediate weapons.
Use intermediate weapons in accordance with Service approved Use of Force policy.
Ensures that communication radio is in good working order with a fully charged battery.
Inspects, maintains, and cares for authorized equipment including but not limited to: qualifying quarterly with a company issued semi-automatic pistol with appropriate duty belt and magazines.
Successfully complete all assigned training including defensive tactics and course requiring a minimum physical stamina.
Guards detainees during transport, while receiving medical care 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.
US citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the United States for permanent residence and have resided in the U.S. for 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.
Armed Transportation Officers are required to have and maintain a commercial driver's license with passenger endorsement.
Pass all pre-employment and random drug tests.
Pass a medical examination and meet health requirements.
At least 21 years of age.
Must possess a Commercial Driver License (CDL) or possess a valid state CDL permit.
Completion of Air brake test and Passenger endorsement tests.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Class-B CDL with passenger endorsement.
Ability to obtain an armed state security guard license from the state of Arizona.
One year of Military, Security, Law Enforcement, or Corrections experience.
Ability to greet and deal tactfully and professionally with the general public.
Capability of following and interpreting/understanding written and verbal orders, policies and regulations.
Ability to exercise good judgment: courage, alertness, an even temperament.
Ability to maintain poise and self-control during potential emergencies and unexpected situations.
Maintain current/physical residency in the continental United States.