SR. TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

The GEO Group•Big Spring, TX

About The Position

The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Transportation Manager in high-risk operations and high-profile federal government transportation contracts. The role securely transports detainees between destinations and ensures transportation vehicles are safe and properly maintained. The officer also assists management in addressing unexpected problems and developing effective, efficient solutions. The position reviews vehicle inspection reports, summarizes findings for Transportation management, identifies common issues, and recommends solutions. It ensures assigned vehicles have current permits and licenses and that required safety equipment is present before trips. The officer tracks Department of Transportation hours of service on Electronic Logging Devices, assists with interviewing and screening Transport Officer applicants when required, and submits accurate, thorough paperwork according to policy. All missions must meet or exceed PBNDS/FBNDS safety measures. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent certification.
Meet applicable state employment requirements.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Two years of driving experience in a transportation capacity.
Demonstrated leadership experience.
Possess a CDL Class B driver’s license with Passenger Endorsement.
Have no preventable accidents, driving-conviction suspensions, DWI/DUI incidents, or more than two moving violations on any type of vehicle during the past three years.
Pass company and Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing.
Complete an approved training program resulting in satisfactory-completion certification in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military; possess certification in one of these areas.
Possess a State Firearms License if required by the state.
Possess a State Security Guard License if required by the state.
Be able to work overtime frequently.
Be able to travel for extended periods with frequent overnight stays and travel on extended periods of short notice.
Be able to handle the physical and mental stress associated with extended hours.
Be able to report to work regularly and on time.
Be physically alert on any assigned shift.
Be able to work up to 16 hours within a rolling 24-hour period.
Be mature and flexible, able to command the respect and confidence of inmates or detainees and staff, and possess a high tolerance for mental stress.
Pass a Company and Federal Client background investigation.
Be able to work with computers and software typically used by the department.

Responsibilities

Assist management with unexpected or unique transportation problems and help develop effective, efficient solutions.
Review vehicle inspection reports, summarize findings for Transportation management, identify commonalities, and suggest solutions as necessary.
Ensure permits and licenses for assigned vehicles are in order.
Verify that vehicles have the necessary safety equipment before trips and notify Transportation management of problems before assignments.
Track DOT hours of service on Electronic Logging Devices.
Assist with interviewing and screening Transport Officer applicants when required.
Review paperwork and reports for accuracy and completeness and submit them to Transportation management according to policies and procedures.
Ensure transportation missions meet or exceed PBNDS/FBNDS safety measures.
Perform other duties as assigned.