MANAGER, TRANSPORTATION

The GEO Group•Pompano Beach, FL

About The Position

The Manager, Transportation is responsible for the overall management of the facility’s transportation area. The role ensures transportation activities are coordinated and scheduled promptly, sufficient staff are available to transport detainees to various locations, and operations comply with applicable federal, state, organizational, and contract requirements. The manager oversees transportation staffing, hiring recommendations, employee scheduling, supervision, training, performance management, and retention. The role manages the transportation budget and vehicle contractors, maintenance, inspections, service records, and repairs, with safety as a priority. It also coordinates roadside assistance, oversees accident reporting and investigations, participates in facility and organizational safety reviews, and serves as a subject matter expert on Department of Transportation compliance. The manager maintains regulatory knowledge and relationships with transportation authorities and attends meetings with organizational, federal, and state representatives.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate.
At least 21 years of age.
One year of experience in detainee and inmate transportation, including demonstrated experience leading, directing, or supervising others.
Obtain a valid Class B CDL with Passenger (P) endorsement within six months of appointment.
Complete 80 hours of verified and certified driver training from an approved company trainer, as defined by the U.S. Department of Transportation, within six months of appointment.
Current driver’s license with no preventable accidents, suspensions for driving convictions, DWI or DUI, or more than two moving violations on any type of vehicle during the past three years.
Pass a company and DOT drug and alcohol test.
Demonstrated ability to function in a supervisory capacity.
Completion of an approved training program resulting in certification of satisfactory completion in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military.
Completion of necessary training as defined by the DOT.
Obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, Defensive Tactics, and Firearms certifications.
Extensive knowledge of state and contracting-agency laws relating to corrections.
Ability to communicate and interact with a variety of personalities.
Ability to interpret complex written and oral communications, documents, and instructions.
Ability to make and implement decisions without assistance.
Ability to give instructions in a manner that promotes teamwork and a cooperative spirit.
Ability to maintain a high tolerance for mental stress.
Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions.
Ability to work in varying climatic conditions.
Proficiency operating a personal computer and software related to report writing, employee scheduling, and information submission to GEONET.
Ability to work with computers and software typically used by the department.

Responsibilities

Maintain the Transportation staffing plan according to contract guidelines; make final recommendations of new candidates to the Warden and review employment forms for accuracy and thoroughness.
Implement transportation policies and procedures and develop training and mentoring opportunities for staff.
Supervise Transportation Supervisors and indirectly supervise Transportation Officers; approve officer schedules, performance improvement plans, and disciplinary recommendations, and recommend further discipline when performance does not improve.
Facilitate training and approve refresher defensive driving courses to maintain and improve Transportation Officers’ knowledge and skills.
Promote the Transportation area to attract and retain employees.
Manage the facility Transportation budget and provide analyses and recommendations for improvements.
Locate and work with vehicle contractors to meet facility mechanical needs while managing maintenance costs without jeopardizing safety.
Review vehicle maintenance schedules and repairs; ensure defects identified by officers or inspectors are promptly repaired and maintain effective service and inspection records.
Coordinate timely roadside assistance, including coordination with federal, state, and local law enforcement when transport or security assistance is required.
Ensure accident reports and investigations are completed thoroughly and promptly; conduct additional investigations as needed and maintain records of all vehicle incidents.
Participate in the facility safety committee and GTI safety reviews of vehicle incidents.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, organizational, and contract laws, rules, and regulations; provide subject matter expertise on DOT compliance and regulation issues.
Attend meetings with organizational, federal, or state representatives.
Maintain regulatory knowledge by attending at least eight hours per year of transportation or related regulatory topics and create networks with transportation authorities.
Perform other duties as assigned.